Advertise & Sponsor
Advertising: Contact: Brandy Freidank, Director of Marketing and Communications
Facebook/blog: No cost associated here, if you have any type of press release you can send it to Brandy Freidank and she will post it in our blog and then include a link to it that week in the Midweek Memo. If you have something specific on Facebook such as an event that you would like us to share from the Chamber of Commerce page, please email a link to that post to Brandy Freidank.
The chamber sends out two weekly e-newsletters, Monday Mark Your Calendar and Wednesday Midweek Memo. We sell banner ad spots in these, 2 ads per email per month so 4 business total can reserve a spot. You get the entire month for $200 (so that is either 4 or 5 times you go out depending on the month). Our e-newsletters have around 4300 subscribers and we have an average open rate of 19-20%. If interested in purchasing one of these banner ads for 2020, contact Brandy Freidank.
Chamber Magazine (Business Guide to Lakeland): The 2020 Chamber Guide is currently completed, more information for advertising in the 2021 magazine will be available at a later date.
Website: If interested in purchasing a running ad on our website, please contact Brandy Freidank for updated 2020 pricing. These ads vary in price based on location on website.
Print (Business Guide To Lakeland): This is our only print option and it is our magazine we publish once a year. Please email Brandy Freidank for the 2020 rate sheet we are currently accepting ads. The magazine including ads will be published online as well in a clickable format on the home page of our website.
Good Day Lakeland! Presented by Suncoast Credit Union (Feb.-December 2020)
Educational breakfast series featuring speakers and panels designed to educate/ update our investors and business community on relevant matters and offer practical insight into the questions affecting business today. Good Day Lakeland events provide a platform to learn, engage, and network with fellow investors.
Topics may include State of the City/State of the County, Transportation, Cyber Security,, Tourism, Speed Networking, Education, Healthcare and Economic Development.
Benefits of Sponsorship: An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of a targeted audience.
Sponsorships:
Presenting: $1,000 per session Sold to Suncoast Credit Union for 2020
- Company featured prominently on all promotional materials and event signage
- 3-5 minute Sponsor's Message opportunity
- Opportunity for CEO or company representative to introduce keynote speaker and/or panel of experts
- Opportunity to place promotional materials on tables or have a display table
- One (1) reserved table for 8 in prominent location
- Contact information for all attendees
Corporate Tables: $200
- Company name on event website page
- Company recognized in program and from the podium
- Opportunity to place promotional materials on tables or have a display table
- Eight (8) reserved seats in prominent location
Display Tables: $75
- Opportunity to have a display table near registration to the event
- Two (2) tickets to the event
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
Held at Chamber business locations, this monthly networking event brings 150-200 investors together to learn more about other investor businesses and how investors can help each other promote their businesses. Opportunities based on availability – as Business After Hours hosts are offered the rights of first-refusal for the following year.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
150+ business people at your location, interacting with your staff
Your company brand associated with one of the most popular and well respected Chamber events
Sponsorship:
Host: $1,500
- Event held at company location
- Special name badge for representative(s) highlighting sponsor designation
- Opportunity to welcome attendees and give 60-second commercial about company
- Opportunity to distribute company material at event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber
Contact:
Jazz Lyons | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 236 | jlyons@lakelandchamber.com
Each year, the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers and the City of Lakeland, travel north to support the Detroit Tigers!
Sponsorships available
Please contact Jackie Johnson
Contacts:
Jackie Johnson | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 223 | jackiej@lakelandchamber.com
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of almost 250 decision makers
Corporate Tables: $325
- Company name listed on the invitation and agenda
- One (1) reserved table for 8 in preferred location
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
ATHENA Awards (August 18, 2020)
On August 18, 2020, the Lakeland Chamber will recognize the distinguished leaders and present three ATHENA Awards at an Awards Presentation with over 300 participants at the RP Funding Center. This celebration will bring together inspiring women, young professionals and organizations aimed at mentoring women’s success.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
Increased visibility for your corporation
- Relationship building with a diverse group of prominent members of your community
- Partnership with an international women’s leadership program
- Credibility with women by honoring dynamic leaders
- Reward of local and regional media exposure
- Recognition for your corporation in ATHENA International eNews
- Publicity and the opportunity to reach a wider customer base as the word spreads that you support women’s leadership initiatives
Sponsorships:
Presenting: $7,500
- Top billing in all media and marketing materials
- Two (2) Corporate Tables twenty (20) seats with priority seating & signage
- Twenty (20) beverage vouchers and access to private bar at the event
- Opportunity to present the most prestigious award of the evening "ATHENA
Leadership Award" - Two minute video or speech during the program
- Opportunity to serve as chairperson of the ATHENA Planning Committee
- Recognition, signage and display table at the event
- Full page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2021 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
VIP Reception: $3,000
- Opportunity to serve as the host and be recognized at the Reception at the event
- Ten (10) beverage vouchers and access to private bar at the event
- Logo/Company Name at event in all media and marketing materials
- Opportunity to serve as the Reception Task Force Chair of the ATHENA Planning
Committee - Display table for sponsor's marketing materials at the reception
- Logo in presentation at the event
- Half (1/2) page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2021 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
Diamond: $2,000
- Company logo/name in all media and marketing materials
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) with priority seating & signage
- Ten (10) beverage vouchers and access to private bar at the event
- Opportunity to present an ATHENA Award
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
- Recognition and signage at the event
- Display table for sponsor's marketing materials at the event
- Advertisement or logo in presentation at the event
- Half (1/2) page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2021 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
Platinum: $1,000
- Company name in all media and marketing materials
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) with priority seating & signage
- Ten (10) beverage vouchers and access to private bar at the event
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
- Half (1/2) page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2021 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
Gold: $600
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) with priority seating & signage
- Recognition and signage at the event
- Company name in printed program
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
Silver: $200
- Two (2) seats at event
- Business card advertisement in printed program
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
L.E.A.P. (Lakeland’s Employment Advancement Program) will provide opportunities for employment seekers to learn about potential careers, internships and education opportunities. Employers can interact with a local diverse talent pool and pre-qualify potential candidates for the open positions in your business.
Sponsorships available
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The Lakeland Chamber recognizes the need for its members to identify high-potential future leaders and provide professional development training designed to cultivate a pool of qualified leaders who are prepared to fill mid-level management roles. Training Topics will include: Introduction to High-performance Leadership, Understanding your Leadership style, Developing Highly-functioning Teams, Managing and Resolving Conflict through Improved Communication, Creating Intelligent Chamber, Managing Workplace Stress, Generational Communication, and Cultivating a Conscious Culture. The series will begin with a 3-hour introduction and orientation, followed by a series of six, 2-hour trainings.
Sponsorship:
Presenting: $5,000
Leadership: $2,500
Management: $1,000
Contact:
Darla Sechrest Pettaway | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 228 | dsechrest@lakelandchamber.com
Each year, we fire up the grill to provide a completely portable CarBQ meal guaranteed to delight your taste buds and show your employees how valuable they are to your business! Celebrate your employees by ordering lunches for the entire office, order for clients; or, donate to your favorite organization. Then, just drive on through and get your mouth-watering meal served right up! Free delivery for orders of 25 or more!
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Show your support of the Chamber and the more than 100,000 Lakeland residents that Chamber investors employ
- Sponsorship recognition in on-site signage, communications, and event materials where appropriate
Sponsorships:
Title: $7,500 (one available)
- Event will be referred to as “The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce and (name of company)
- Present the 2020 CarBQ”
- Top billing on all event signage, collateral and lunch box insert, including sponsor’s name and logo
- Company banner displayed at pick-up points (company to provide banner)
- Opportunity to provide company promotional items to volunteers at event
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- One hundred (100) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Diesel: $5,000 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral, lunch box insert, and event signage
- Opportunity to provide company promotional items to volunteers at event
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Fifty (50) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Premium: $2,500 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral, lunch box insert, and event signage
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Thirty-five (35) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Super: $1,000 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral and lunch box insert
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Twenty-five (25) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Unleaded: $500 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral and lunch box insert
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Fifteen (15) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Hybrid: $250 (multiple available)
- Ten (10 box lunches) delivered to your business
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Contact:
Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The Chamber’s annual Golf Scramble offers members time to reconnect, entertain clients, and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather. This popular event serves as one of the Chamber’s most important fundraisers, allowing the organization to fulfill its mission goals.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Display your support of Lakeland’s growing economy
- Signage on day of event
- Reservations for players in this sell-out event
Sponsorship:
Tournament: $5,000 (one available)
- Top billing on all tournament signage
- Company representative to address attendees at start of day and give 60-second “commercial” about company
- Banner placement at the Clubhouse the day of the event (company to provide banner)
- Opportunity to give away promotional items during event
- One (1) team in the tournament (6-person team)
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Lunch or Reception: $2,000 (one each available)
- Company’s name listed on tournament signage
- Banner placement at lunch/reception day of event (company to provide banner)
- Opportunity to distribute promotional items
- Two (2) players in the tournament
Golf Cart: $1,000 (one available)
- Sponsor signage at tournament
- Company’s name on all golf carts for tournament
- Opportunity to place promotional items in all golf carts
- One (1) player in the tournament
Hole Hospitality: $1,000 (four available)
- Company’s name listed on tournament signage for reception and program
- Banner placement at the reception day of event (company to provide banner)
- Exclusive sponsorship on one hole (as assigned by the Chamber)
- Opportunity to set up hospitality table on assigned hole
- One (1) player in the tournament
Beverage Cart: $500 (one available)
- Sponsor signage at tournament
- Company’s name on signage on beverage carts
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Driving Range: $500 (one available)
- Company’s name on signage at the driving range
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Putting Green: $500
- Company’s name on signage at the putting green
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Contest: $500 (three available - sponsor provides prize)
- Choose Longest Drive, Closest to Pin or Putting contest
- Company’s name on signage at the designated hole
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Hole: $100 (multiple available)
- Company’s name on signage at your designated hole
Contact:
Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 223 | Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
This initiative is designed to spread awareness about our local nonprofits and highlight at least 12 organizations that are impacting our community in positive ways.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of a targeted audience by underwriting marketing promotion and event refreshments.
Sponsorship:
Tour Sponsors: $300 (three available) or $750 (for the entire series)
- Company featured prominently on certain promotional materials
- Recognition in the community as a supporter of nonprofit organizations
Contact:
Sarah Breed | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 230 | sbreed@lakelandchamber.com
ENGAGE. CONNECT. Mark your calendars to participate as the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce presents Hats Off! Every year, Chamber volunteers distribute membership packets to more than 1,400 member businesses. These dedicated volunteers personally visit each member business and provide the Chamber with important feedback from members.
1. VOLUNTEER
Volunteering for Hats Off! offers you a unique opportunity to visit businesses as a Chamber representative while still promoting your company. In one afternoon, each volunteer will deliver up to 20 packets with new membership materials to our valued member-investors. The day begins at 8 a.m. with breakfast and packet pick-up. By 8:30 a.m., you're delivering packets! Return delivery receipts to the Chamber office (35 Lake Morton Dr).
2. BE A "SECRET HAT" COMPANY
Get added recognition for your company as a "Secret Hat" Company. Just let us know that you're interested, and then decorate a hat (any type of hat!) with either $25 cash or $50 in merchandise / gift certificates. When your volunteer arrives, award them the "Secret Hat" and be sure to take a picture or two! "Secret Hat" Companies will be promoted in our weekly e-newsletter.
3. SPONSOR
Reach 1,400+ business owners directly!
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Have your company marketing materials included in each packet as they are delivered directly to more than 1,400 business owners with important Chamber information
- Align your company with the Chamber and its efforts to connect investors
Sponsorship:
Host & Breakfast Sponsor: (Florida Technical College – Right of First Refusal)
- Company recognized on event signage and event wrap-up
- Opportunity to put promotional items in delivery packets
Contact:
Terry Ottinger | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 231 | tottinger@lakelandchamber.com
Members of the Chamber, SBA and SCORE will host a program three times a year to help prospective new businesses create a successful business plan and prepare for the challenges associated with business ownership. Individuals that complete the course will receive a complimentary six month Chamber membership and SCORE mentor to assist them in their business venture.
Sponsorships available
Please contact Darla Sechrest Pettaway
Contacts:
Darla Sechrest Pettaway | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 228 | dsechrest@lakelandchamber.com
We are proud to announce that our Annual Meeting will now be known as the Lakeland
Chamber of Commerce HONORS. You are invited to enjoy an evening with projected
attendance of over 700 area business Leaders, Dignitaries, Investors and Boards of
Directors. We will recognize Chamber Investors for their accomplishments, review our
Annual highlights and pass the gavel to new leadership.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of 750 – 1,000 decision makers
- Reserved seating at this sell-out event
Sponsorships:
Title: $10,000 – Exclusive
- Company featured prominently on all promotional materials and event signage
- Opportunity for CEO or company representative to introduce keynote speaker
- Twenty (20) reserved seats in preferred location
Award Sponsors: $5,000 – Several Available
- Award Sponsor $5,000 (5 available)
- Company name/logo displayed in all event marketing produced by the Chamber
- Opportunity to present one of the newly added awards
- Sponsor recognition during event remarks
- Ten (10) seats with premium seating at meeting
- Name/logo displayed on event signage
Reception Sponsor $3,000 (Exclusive)
- Company name/logo displayed in all event marketing produced by the Chamber
- Sponsor recognition during event remarks
- Five (5) seats with premium seating at meeting
- Logo displayed on Reception signage
- Ability to provide standing banners for reception entry way
Signature Sponsor $1,000 (multiple available)
- Company name/logo displayed in all event marketing produced by the Chamber
- Ten (10) seats with premium seating at meeting
Small Business Sponsor $250 (multiple available)
- Company name on event website
- Two (2) seats with premium seating
Contact:
Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
Each year, the Detroit Tigers organization helps boost Lakeland’s economy with an estimated $45 million impact. Through the Chamber’s Convention & Visitor’s Division, the Tigers’ players, families, staff, and fans are all treated to a warm homecoming and thank you each spring. Three-hundred Tigers and their guests attend this event with 900 Lakeland fans.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Show your company’s support of one of Lakeland’s biggest economic drivers
- Sponsor recognition to business leaders, tourism industry leaders and the general public
- Title Sponsor’s logo included on the drink mug giveaway!
Sponsorship:
Title: $5,000 – Exclusive (Rodda Construction, Inc. has rights of first refusal)
- Logo on giveaway souvenir mug
- Top billing on all event advertising, promotions and signage
- Ten (10) VIP tickets to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Presenting: $2,000 (multiple available)
- Logo on event advertising, promotion and signage (including banner at event)
- Six (6) VIP tickets to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Grand Slam: $1,000 (multiple available)
- Logo on event signage
- Three (3) VIP tickets to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Home Run: $500 (multiple available)
- Logo on event signage
- One (1) VIP ticket to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Line Drive: $250 (multiple available)
- Logo on event signage
- Early VIP entrance with team
Contact:
Jackie Johnson | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 223 | jackiej@lakelandchamber.com
Capitol Connection is an event held in collaboration with fellow Polk County chambers that allows our investors the opportunity to visit Tallahassee and speak with our legislative delegation, learn about state government, and provide visibility for our chambers. $550 per person all inclusive.
Sponsorship:
Presenting: $3,000
- Company logo on all Chamber promotional items including a website slider
- Two (2) event seats (includes transportation, accommodations, meetings, and all meals)
- Special recognition at a Tallahassee meeting
- Company logo on event signage
- Company logo on event program "Thank You" page
Participating: $1,500
- Company name on all Chamber promotional items including a website slider
- One (1) event seat (includes transportation, accommodations, meetings, and all meals)
- Special recognition at a Tallahassee meeting
- Company logo on event signage
- Company name on event program "Thank You" page
Contact:
Cory Skeates | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 234 | cskeates@lakelandchamber.com
In a partnership with Citizens Bank and Trust, the annual Luau is a celebration and thank you to our loyal investors. “On the Deck,” Citizens Bank and Trust Downtown promotes a party atmosphere with restaurants providing food samples to keep the 300 attendees happy as they enjoy live music and complimentary beverages. The highlight of this event is the crowning of the “King of the Wings” in two categories, “Judges’ Choice” and “Peoples’ Choice.” Winners display trophies at their location until the next Luau event.
Contact:
Amber Aaron| (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The Legislative Wrap-Up Breakfast provides investors an opportunity to hear a firsthand "wrap-up" of Florida Legislative session and engage with elected legislators on the outcomes in Tallahassee. As decisions are being made related to economic development, education, healthcare, unemployment compensation, and insurance, this opportunity to meet with Polk's Legislative Delegation becomes increasingly more important each year.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Feature your company as one that supports good public policy in front of Polk County’s elected delegation and decision makers
- Reserved seating at this sell-out event
Sponsorship:
Presenting Sponsors: $2,500 (two available)
- Top billing on event flyer and agenda
- Opportunity for display table near registration
- CEO or company representative recognized at event
- One (1) reserved table for eight (8) in preferred location
- Two (2) Minute on stage presentation
- List of attendees
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Gold Sponsor: $1,000
- Company logo listed on the invitation, agenda, website and in presentation
- CEO or company representative recognized at event
- One (1) reserved table for eight (8) in preferred location
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Silver Sponsor: $500
- Company name listed on the invitation, agenda, website and presentation
- Four (4) tickets to event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Bronze Sponsor: $300
- Company name listed on the invitation, agenda and website
- Two (2) tickets to event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Contact:
Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
“Building the bench of aspiring business-minded public leaders”
The Public Leadership Institute of Polk County (PLI) is a nonpartisan “pre-campaign” candidate and public leadership school with the mission of identifying and educating local business-minded leaders who are interested in exploring the possibility of one-day seeking public office and using business principles to address public issues. PLI of Polk County is a program of BusinessVoice, the political arm of the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.
Sponsorships available
Please contact Cory Skeates
Contact:
Cory Skeates | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 234 | cskeates@lakelandchamber.com
Good Morning Lakeland! (Feb.-December 2019, Except June)
Educational breakfast series featuring speakers and panels designed to educate/ update our investors and business community on relevant matters and offer practical insight into the questions affecting business today. Good Morning Lakeland events provide a platform to learn, engage, and network with fellow investors.
Topics include State of the City/State of the County (February), Transportation (March) Diversity (April), Tourism (May), Sports (July), Education (August), Healthcare (September), Economic Development (October), and Nonprofits (December).
Benefits of Sponsorship: An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of a targeted audience.
Sponsorships:
Presenting: $750 (July, August, October & December 2019 are available)
- Company featured prominently on all promotional materials and event signage
- 3-5 minute Sponsor's Message opportunity
- Opportunity for CEO or company representative to introduce keynote speaker and/or panel of experts
- Opportunity to place promotional materials on tables or have a display table
- One (1) reserved table for 9 in prominent location
- Contact information for all attendees
Corporate Tables: $250
- Company name on event website page
- Company recognized in program and from the podium
- Opportunity to place promotional materials on tables or have a display table
- Six (6) reserved seats in prominent location
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
Held at Chamber business locations, this monthly networking event brings 150-200 investors together to learn more about other investor businesses and how investors can help each other promote their businesses. Opportunities based on availability – as Business After Hours hosts are offered the rights of first-refusal for the following year.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
150+ business people at your location, interacting with your staff
Your company brand associated with one of the most popular and well respected Chamber events
Sponsorship:
Host: $1,500
- Event held at company location
- Special name badge for representative(s) highlighting sponsor designation
- Opportunity to welcome attendees and give 60-second commercial about company
- Opportunity to distribute company material at event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber
Contact:
Katie McBride | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 236 | kmcbride@lakelandchamber.com
Each year, the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers and the City of Lakeland, travel north to support the Detroit Tigers!
Sponsorships available
Please contact Jackie Johnson
Contacts:
Jackie Johnson | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 223 | jackiej@lakelandchamber.com
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of almost 250 decision makers
Corporate Tables: $325
- Company name listed on the invitation and agenda
- One (1) reserved table for 9 in preferred location
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
ATHENA Awards Presented by Junior League of Greater Lakeland (August 20, 2019)
On August 20, 2019, the Lakeland Chamber will recognize the distinguished leaders and present three ATHENA Awards at an Awards Presentation with over 250 participants at the Haus 820 venue located at 820 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland. This celebration will bring together inspiring women, young professionals and organizations aimed at mentoring women’s success.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Increased visibility for your corporation
- Relationship building with a diverse group of prominent members of your community
- Partnership with an international women’s leadership program
- Credibility with women by honoring dynamic leaders
- Reward of local and regional media exposure
- Recognition for your corporation in ATHENA International eNews
- Publicity and the opportunity to reach a wider customer base as the word spreads that you support women’s leadership initiatives
Sponsorships:
Presenting: SOLD TO JUNIOR LEAGUE OF GREATER LAKELAND
VIP Reception: $3,000
- Opportunity to serve as the host of the VIP Reception at the event
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) seats with priority seating & signage at the
- event
- Admission for ten (10) into VIP reception area at event
- Logo/Company Name at event in all media and marketing materials
- Opportunity to serve as the VIP Reception Task Force Chair of the ATHENA
- Planning Committee
- Display table for sponsor's marketing materials at the reception
- Logo in presentation at the event
- Half (1/2) page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2020 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
Diamond: $2,000
- Company logo/name in all media and marketing materials
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) with priority seating & signage
- Admission for ten (10) into VIP reception area at event
- Opportunity to present one of Lakeland's first ATHENA Awards
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
- Recognition and signage at the event
- Display table for sponsor's marketing materials at the event
- Advertisement or logo in presentation at the event
- Half (1/2) page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2020 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
Platinum: $1,000
- Company name in all media and marketing materials
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) with priority seating & signage
- Admission for ten (10) into VIP reception area at event
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
- Recognition and signage at the event
- Display table for sponsor's marketing materials at the event
- Advertisement or logo in presentation at the event
- Half (1/2) page advertisement in printed program
- First-right-of refusal for sponsorship for the 2020 ATHENA Awards
- Sponsor inclusion in all follow-up media coverage and thank yous
Gold: $600
- One (1) Corporate Table of ten (10) with priority seating & signage
- Recognition and signage at the event
- Company name in printed program
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
Silver: $200
- Two (2) seats at event
- Business card advertisement in printed program
- Opportunity to serve on the ATHENA Planning Committee
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
L.E.A.P. (Lakeland’s Employment Advancement Program) will provide opportunities for employment seekers to learn about potential careers, internships and education opportunities. Employers can interact with a local diverse talent pool and pre-qualify potential candidates for the open positions in your business.
Sponsorships available
Contact: Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222| Aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The tradition continues! On Saturday, September 21, 2019, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., the Suncoast Credit Union presents the 2nd Annual SwantoberFest. Celebrate Oktoberfest-style in Munn Park in downtown Lakeland and make time to unwind, meet new friends, learn new customs and sing a few songs. Like a traditional Oktoberfest, our event is held in September and offers sights, sounds, and tastes that are Bavarian-inspired. This community-wide event in Munn Park is free to attend and features a business expo as an opportunity for Chamber members to engage directly with the community in a family-friendly setting. Activities include our German-style competitions - the Outrageous Olympiad! Compete in one or all - stein-hoisting, mustache competition, a partner brat toss, and a treasure hunt for the young at heart. Live music rounds out the event, featuring an authentic Oktoberfest band. Local restaurants, businesses, and organizations will be showcasing and selling their products and services. VIP passes will be available for an extra-special experience!
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Chamber member-investors have the opportunity engage directly with the community in a family-friendly setting.
Presenting Sponsor: SOLD to Suncoast Credit Union
Berlin Sponsor: $5,000
- All advertising inclusion – print / digital ads, event posters / postcards, website,
e-blasts and press releases - Company logo included on event banners located throughout venue
- Company logo/name on cup
- Company recognition in promotional announcements from the Main Stage
- 10' X 10' Premium Space Booth Space
- Ten (10) VIP Experience passes
- First right of first refusal for the 2020 SwantoberFest Event
Munich Stage Sponsor: $3,000
Entertainment will feature The Europa Band and some of our local favorites, plus the
Outrageous Olympiad Competition includes; Brat Toss, Stein Hoisting, and Mustache
Competition - to name a few!
- Opportunity to present an Olympiad Award
- Company logo featured on event banner located on Main Stage
- All advertising inclusion – print / digital ads, event posters / postcards, website,
e-blasts and press releases
- 10' X 10' Premium Space Booth Space
- Six (6) VIP Experience passes
- First right of first refusal for the 2020 SwantoberFest Event
Kinder Platz Sponsor: $2,500
Fun zone for children with games and activities, and their own brew – Root Beer!
- Company logo featured on event banner located in Kinder Platz
- All advertising inclusion – print / digital ads, event posters / postcards, website,
e-blasts and press releases - 10' X 10' Booth Space in Kinder Platz area
- Five (5) VIP Experience passes
- First right of first refusal for the 2020 SwantoberFest Event
Autobahn Sponsor: $2,500 SOLD to Fields Automotive for 2019
- Local dealership display vehicles of their choice
- Company logo featured on event banner located in Autobahn
- All advertising inclusion – print / digital ads, event posters / postcards, website,
e-blasts and press releases - 10' X 10' Booth Space in Autobahn area
- Five (5) VIP Experience passes
Bier Garten Sponsor: $2,500
- Comfortable area for event participants to relax and enjoy beverages with a view of the stage and entertainment.
- Company logo featured on event banner located in the Bier Garten
- All advertising inclusion – print / digital ads, event posters / postcards, website,
e-blasts and press releases - 10 X 10 Booth Space in Bier Garten area
- Five (5) VIP Experience passes
- First right of first refusal for the 2020 SwantoberFest Event
VIP Experience Sponsor: $2,500
Be in the heart of the action! Rock VIP style and you can forget about those beverage
tickets and standing in lines while you enjoy your SwantoberFest experience. Adults
enjoy up to four (4) complimentary refills of adult beverages, plus food samples and a Bavarian Feast.
- Company logo featured on event banner located in the VIP Experience
- All advertising inclusion – print / digital ads, event posters / postcards, website, e-blasts and press releases, exclusive company branding on all promotional items within the VIP area. (Please Note: Sponsor must provide all branded items that will be used in VIP area.)
- 10' X 10' Booth Space in VIP area
- Five (5) VIP Experience passes
- First right of first refusal for the 2020 Swantoberfest Event
Frankfurt Sponsors: $1,000
- Company name, logo, and link on event website
- Advertising inclusion –digital ads, event posters, and e-blasts
- Company recognition in promotional announcements from the Main Stage
- 10' X 10' Premium Space Booth Space
- Three (3) VIP Experience passes
Hamburg sponsors: $500
- Company name, logo, and link on event website
- Company recognition in promotional announcements from the Main Stage
- 10' X 10' Booth Space
- Two (2) VIP Experience passes
Vendor Space | LCC member $200, future LCC member $250
- 10’ X 10’ Booth Space
Vendor Space | Non-profit/Artisan/Maker $75 member, Future member $100
- 10’ X 10’ Booth Space
Contact:
Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The Lakeland Chamber recognizes the need for its members to identify high-potential future leaders and provide professional development training designed to cultivate a pool of qualified leaders who are prepared to fill mid-level management roles. Training Topics will include: Introduction to High-performance Leadership, Understanding your Leadership style, Developing Highly-functioning Teams, Managing and Resolving Conflict through Improved Communication, Creating Intelligent Chamber, Managing Workplace Stress, Generational Communication, and Cultivating a Conscious Culture. The series will begin with a 3-hour introduction and orientation, followed by a series of six, 2-hour trainings.
Sponsorship:
Presenting: $5,000
Leadership: $2,500
Management: $1,000
Contact:
Darla Sechrest Pettaway | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 228 | dsechrest@lakelandchamber.com
Each year, we fire up the grill to provide a completely portable CarBQ meal guaranteed to delight your taste buds and show your employees how valuable they are to your business! Celebrate your employees by ordering lunches for the entire office, order for clients; or, donate to your favorite organization. Then, just drive on through and get your mouth-watering meal served right up! Free delivery for orders of 25 or more!
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Show your support of the Chamber and the more than 100,000 Lakeland residents that Chamber investors employ
- Sponsorship recognition in on-site signage, communications, and event materials where appropriate
Sponsorships:
Title: $10,000 (one available)
- Event will be referred to as “The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce and (name of company)
- Present the 2018 CarBQ”
- Top billing on all event signage, collateral and lunch box insert, including sponsor’s name and logo
- Company banner displayed at pick-up points (company to provide banner)
- Opportunity to provide company promotional items to volunteers at event
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- One hundred (100) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Diesel: $5,000 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral, lunch box insert, and event signage
- Opportunity to provide company promotional items to volunteers at event
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Fifty (50) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Premium: $2,500 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral, lunch box insert, and event signage
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Thirty-five (35) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Super: $1,000 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral and lunch box insert
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Twenty-five (25) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Unleaded: $500 (multiple available)
- Company’s name listed on the event collateral and lunch box insert
- Opportunity for company employees to volunteer in company shirts
- Fifteen (15) CarBQ lunches delivered to your business
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Hybrid: $250 (multiple available)
- Ten (10 box lunches) delivered to your business
- Company recognized in Midweek Memo and Chamber website
Contact:
Amber Aaron | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The Chamber’s annual Golf Scramble offers members time to reconnect, entertain clients, and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather. This popular event serves as one of the Chamber’s most important fundraisers, allowing the organization to fulfill its mission goals.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Display your support of Lakeland’s growing economy
- Signage on day of event
- Reservations for players in this sell-out event
Sponsorship:
Tournament: $5,000 (one available)
- Top billing on all tournament signage
- Company representative to address attendees at start of day and give 60-second “commercial” about company
- Banner placement at the Clubhouse the day of the event (company to provide banner)
- Opportunity to give away promotional items during event
- One (1) team in the tournament (6-person team)
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Lunch or Reception: $2,000 (one each available)
- Company’s name listed on tournament signage
- Banner placement at lunch/reception day of event (company to provide banner)
- Opportunity to distribute promotional items
- Two (2) players in the tournament
Golf Cart: $1,000 (one available)
- Sponsor signage at tournament
- Company’s name on all golf carts for tournament
- Opportunity to place promotional items in all golf carts
- One (1) player in the tournament
Hole Hospitality: $1,000 (four available)
- Company’s name listed on tournament signage for reception and program
- Banner placement at the reception day of event (company to provide banner)
- Exclusive sponsorship on one hole (as assigned by the Chamber)
- Opportunity to set up hospitality table on assigned hole
- One (1) player in the tournament
Beverage Cart: $500 (one available)
- Sponsor signage at tournament
- Company’s name on signage on beverage carts
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Driving Range: $500 (one available)
- Company’s name on signage at the driving range
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Putting Green: $500
- Company’s name on signage at the putting green
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Contest: $500 (three available - sponsor provides prize)
- Choose Longest Drive, Closest to Pin or Putting contest
- Company’s name on signage at the designated hole
- One (1) entry into the Scramble Reception
Hole: $100 (multiple available)
- Company’s name on signage at your designated hole
Contact:
Jackie Johnson | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 223 | jackiej@lakelandchamber.com
This initiative is designed to spread awareness about our local nonprofits and highlight at least 12 organizations that are impacting our community in positive ways.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of a targeted audience by underwriting marketing promotion and event refreshments.
Sponsorship:
Tour Sponsors: $300 (three available) or $750 (for the entire series)
- Company featured prominently on certain promotional materials
- Recognition in the community as a supporter of nonprofit organizations
Contact:
Sarah Breed | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 230 | sbreed@lakelandchamber.com
ENGAGE. CONNECT. Mark your calendars to participate as the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce presents Hats Off! Every year, Chamber volunteers distribute membership packets to more than 1,400 member businesses. These dedicated volunteers personally visit each member business and provide the Chamber with important feedback from members.
1. VOLUNTEER
Volunteering for Hats Off! offers you a unique opportunity to visit businesses as a Chamber representative while still promoting your company. In one afternoon, each volunteer will deliver up to 20 packets with new membership materials to our valued member-investors. The day begins at 8 a.m. with breakfast and packet pick-up. By 8:30 a.m., you're delivering packets! Return delivery receipts to the Chamber office (35 Lake Morton Dr).
2. BE A "SECRET HAT" COMPANY
Get added recognition for your company as a "Secret Hat" Company. Just let us know that you're interested, and then decorate a hat (any type of hat!) with either $25 cash or $50 in merchandise / gift certificates. When your volunteer arrives, award them the "Secret Hat" and be sure to take a picture or two! "Secret Hat" Companies will be promoted in our weekly e-newsletter.
3. SPONSOR
Reach 1,400+ business owners directly!
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Have your company marketing materials included in each packet as they are delivered directly to more than 1,400 business owners with important Chamber information
- Align your company with the Chamber and its efforts to connect investors
Sponsorship:
Host & Breakfast Sponsor: (Florida Technical College – Right of First Refusal)
- Company recognized on event signage and event wrap-up
- Opportunity to put promotional items in delivery packets
Contact:
Terry Ottinger | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 231 | tottinger@lakelandchamber.com
Members of the Chamber, SBA and SCORE will host a program three times a year to help prospective new businesses create a successful business plan and prepare for the challenges associated with business ownership. Individuals that complete the course will receive a complimentary six month Chamber membership and SCORE mentor to assist them in their business venture.
Sponsorships available
Please contact Darla Sechrest Pettaway
Contacts:
Darla Sechrest Pettaway | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 228 | dsechrest@lakelandchamber.com
The Annual Meeting celebrates the Chamber’s accomplishments from the previous year and recognizes volunteer leaders who have made the year a success. The George Jenkins Award and the Scott Linder Small Business of the Year Award will be presented. The “Passing of the Gavel” between Chamber Board Chairs is an additional highlight.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- An excellent opportunity to showcase your business in front of 750 – 1,000 decision makers
- Reserved seating at this sell-out event
Sponsorships:
Title: $10,000 – Exclusive
- Company featured prominently on all promotional materials and event signage
- Opportunity for CEO or company representative to introduce keynote speaker
- Twenty (20) reserved seats in preferred location
Gold: $5,000 – Several Available
- Company featured in promotional materials and event signage
- Company recognized from the podium
- Ten (10) reserved seats in preferred location
Contact:
Barbara Bennett | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 233 | bbennett@lakelandchamber.com
Each year, the Detroit Tigers organization helps boost Lakeland’s economy with an estimated $45 million impact. Through the Chamber’s Convention & Visitor’s Division, the Tigers’ players, families, staff, and fans are all treated to a warm homecoming and thank you each spring. Three-hundred Tigers and their guests attend this event with 900 Lakeland fans.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Show your company’s support of one of Lakeland’s biggest economic drivers
- Sponsor recognition to business leaders, tourism industry leaders and the general public
- Title Sponsor’s logo included on the drink mug giveaway!
Sponsorship:
Title: $5,000 – Exclusive (Rodda Construction, Inc. has rights of first refusal)
- Logo on giveaway souvenir mug
- Top billing on all event advertising, promotions and signage
- Ten (10) VIP tickets to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Presenting: $2,000 (multiple available)
- Logo on event advertising, promotion and signage (including banner at event)
- Six (6) VIP tickets to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Grand Slam: $1,000 (multiple available)
- Logo on event signage
- Three (3) VIP tickets to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Home Run: $500 (multiple available)
- Logo on event signage
- One (1) VIP ticket to the event with early VIP entrance with team
Line Drive: $250 (multiple available)
- Logo on event signage
- Early VIP entrance with team
Contact:
Jackie Johnson | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 223 | jackiej@lakelandchamber.com
Capitol Connection is an event held in collaboration with fellow Polk County chambers that allows our investors the opportunity to visit Tallahassee and speak with our legislative delegation, learn about state government, and provide visibility for our chambers. $500 per person all inclusive.
Sponsorship:
Presenting: $3,000
- Company logo on all Chamber promotional items including a website slider
- Two (2) event seats (includes transportation, accommodations, meetings, and all meals)
- Special recognition at a Tallahassee meeting
- Company logo on event signage
- Company logo on event program "Thank You" page
Participating: $1,500
- Company name on all Chamber promotional items including a website slider
- One (1) event seat (includes transportation, accommodations, meetings, and all meals)
- Special recognition at a Tallahassee meeting
- Company logo on event signage
- Company name on event program "Thank You" page
Contact:
Cory Skeates | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 234 | cskeates@lakelandchamber.com
In a partnership with Citizens Bank and Trust, the annual Luau is a celebration and thank you to our loyal investors. “On the Deck,” Citizens Bank and Trust Downtown promotes a party atmosphere with restaurants providing food samples to keep the 300 attendees happy as they enjoy live music and complimentary beverages. The highlight of this event is the crowning of the “King of the Wings” in two categories, “Judges’ Choice” and “Peoples’ Choice.” Winners display trophies at their location until the next Luau event.
Contact:
Amber Aaron| (863) 688-8551 Ext. 222 | aaaron@lakelandchamber.com
The Legislative Wrap-Up Breakfast provides investors an opportunity to hear a firsthand "wrap-up" of Florida Legislative session and engage with elected legislators on the outcomes in Tallahassee. As decisions are being made related to economic development, education, healthcare, unemployment compensation, and insurance, this opportunity to meet with Polk's Legislative Delegation becomes increasingly more important each year.
Benefits of Sponsorship:
- Feature your company as one that supports good public policy in front of Polk County’s elected delegation and decision makers
- Reserved seating at this sell-out event
Sponsorship:
Presenting Sponsor: $5,000, Exclusive
- Top billing on event flyer and agenda
- Opportunity for display table near registration
- CEO or company representative recognized at event
- One (1) reserved table for 10 in preferred location
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Gold Sponsor: $2,500
- Company name listed on the invitation and agenda
- CEO or company representative recognized at event
- Eight (8) tickets to event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Silver Sponsor: $1,500
- Company name listed on the invitation and agenda
- Four (4) tickets to event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Bronze Sponsor: $500
- Company name listed on the invitation and agenda
- Two (2) ticket to event
- Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event
Contact:
Rebecca Fortier | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 229 | rfortier@lakelandchamber.com
“Building the bench of aspiring business-minded public leaders”
The Public Leadership Institute of Polk County (PLI) is a nonpartisan “pre-campaign” candidate and public leadership school with the mission of identifying and educating local business-minded leaders who are interested in exploring the possibility of one-day seeking public office and using business principles to address public issues. PLI of Polk County is a program of BusinessVoice, the political arm of the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.
Sponsorships available
Please contact Cory Skeates
Contact:
Cory Skeates | (863) 688-8551 Ext. 234 | cskeates@lakelandchamber.com