EVENTS

PUBLIC POLICY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

CONGRESSIONAL TOWNHALL FORUM SERIES
Spring 2010
Projected Attendance – 50 to 150+
A real face to face exchange with our local U.S. House of Representatives, these events resonate with decision makers who want their voice to be heard.
Major Sponsor - $3,000

LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST
June 2010
Projected Attendance - 150+
A long standing tradition of the Chamber, this is an opportunity to hear directly from our State Delegation.
Major Sponsor - $3,000

STATE OF THE COMMUNITY
Spring 2009
Projected Attendance - 250+
Our annual report to the community about local and regional issues affecting the business community. We discuss key issues with the Mayor, our County Commissioners and other key leaders that are influential in our community.
Major Sponsor - $3,000 (SOLD)

HEALTH CARE REFORM FORUM
November 2009
Projected Attendance - 150+
A forum to educate and inform business owners on the proposed healthcare legislation and how it will affect your business.
Major Sponsor - $3,000  –  Supporting Sponsor - $1,000 (four available)

LEGAL BRIEFINGS
October 2009
Projected Attendance - 30+
Six roundtable breakfast sessions held on new Legislation’s impact on Human Resources, in partner with SHRM. Discuss and meet with experts on the subject, legislators, and representations from the State or the U.S. Chamber.
Major Sponsor - $4,000

ENERGY UPDATE
November 2009
Projected Attendance - 150+
An forum to discuss the hot topic of Energy for businesses and larger organizations with issues of rates, usage and the impact of the Stimulus Bill.
Major Sponsor - $3,500

NETWORKING EVENTS

WINTER PICNIC
January 2010
Projected attendance - 400+
“A Taste of Greater Reading” with over 30 restaurants participating in our most popular networking venue.
Major Sponsor - $1,000 (one available)  –  Supporting Sponsor - $500 (two available)

ANNUAL DINNER
May 2010
Projected attendance - 1,100 +
Our marquee event of the year! An entertaining evening with a nationally recognized speaker, Chamber awards, entertainment and more!
Sponsorship opportunities from $15,000 to $2,250

OKTOBERFEST TASTE OF BUSINESS & CUISINE
October 2009
Projected Attendance 400+
Brand new for 2009, the Chamber’s traditional Marketplace trade show takes on a new life!
Major Sponsor $5,400 (one available)  –  Supporting Sponsor - $1,000

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Summer 2010
Projected Attendance - 125+
A time honored tradition, our golf tournament is a great way to network or entertain clients with a day of golf at one of the many beautiful courses in our area.
Major Sponsor - $3,000 (one available)  –  Supporting - $1,000 (one available)

ANNUAL PICNIC
August 2010
Projected Attendance - 1000+
The premier event of the Chamber for decades, our picnic is the biggest networking event of the season and “the place to be seen” every August!
Major Sponsor - $5,400 (one available)  –  Supporting - $1,500 (five available)

MEET THE BOARD & YOUR LEGISLATORS
February 2010
Projected audience - 200+
An opportunity to meet the community leaders and elected officials in the Greater Reading area.
Major Sponsor - $5,000

RISING STAR AWARD
September 2010
Projected audience - 150+
A community celebration to recognize young professionals who are really making a difference in their profession as well as in the community.
Sponsor - $2,500 (one available)

CHAMBER NETWORKING RECEPTIONS
Twelve per year
Projected Attendance - 50+
A great way to market and show off your facility and employees to Chamber members all the while networking and meeting new contacts. Offered over lunch or in the evenings.
Host sponsor - $300 networking events, $400 special event

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

WOMEN IN BUSINESS EXECUTIVE LUNCHEON
Fall 2009
Projected Attendance – 50-100 attendees
An opportunity for executive level women to participate in an educational forum during a networking lunch.
Major sponsor - $1,500

WOMEN’S SYMPOSIUM
February 2010
Projected Attendance –100 attendees
An opportunity for senior level women to gather and hear a discussion on a topic important to woman.
Major sponsor - $2,500

ATHENA LUNCHEON part of the Women’s Conference
April 2010
Projected Attendance –250 attendees
The ATHENA Award Program celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community and recognizes those who support them. The ATHENA Award honors individuals who strive toward the highest levels of professional accomplishment and have devoted time and energy to their community in a meaningful way, and who also open paths so that others may follow.
Major sponsor - $2,500

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK SPONSOR
A comprehensive plan of several events aimed at professional business women. Includes a full day conference, networking and educational events.

WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
April 2010 Projected Attendance –150+
WOMEN’S SEAFOOD FEST
June 2010 Projected Attendance –100+ attendees
SOCIAL OUTINGS
Winter/Spring 2010 Projected Attendance 50 attendees

Three Sponsorships available at $3,000

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP SERIES
2009-2010 Series
Projected Attendance - 125+ each breakfast

HUMAN RESOURCES SUMMIT
April 2010
Projected Attendance - 175+
Excellent opportunity for the human resource professional or those responsible for oversight of HR issues. This event includes a full day with speakers, workshops and exhibit booths.
Major Sponsor - $3,000  –  Supporting Sponsor - $1,000 (eight available)

MARKETING FORUM
March 2010
Projected Attendance - 100+
An event for both marketing professionals as well as small business owners looking to hone their marketing skills. Packed with keynote speakers, great workshops and plenty of opportunity to network! Major Sponsor - $3,000  –  Supporting Sponsor - $1,000 (four available)

SMALL BUSINESS FORUM
February 2010
Projected Attendance - 100+
This event will kick off at Chamber Monthly Breakfast with a strong speaker, move in break-out sessions and also incorporate one-on-one meetings with “experts” in various areas (financial, marketing, accounting etc). The theme is about helping small business manage their business better NOW!
Major Sponsor - $3,000