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Annual Meeting

November 1, 2012

This event celebrates the accomplishments and highlights the success of your Chamber. More than 200 people traditionally attend to hear the State of the Chamber Address and receive the Chamber’s Annual Report. Additionally, this event features a nationally known keynote speaker and has enjoyed a sold-out status for many years.

Lunch Sponsor · $3,000 limit: 4    
Lunch Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, sponsors receive a table for ten individuals at the event and will have their logo/company name recognized at the table. Lunch Sponsors may also be engaged in the speaker selection process. Lunch Sponsors will be invited to all pre- and post-event engagements featuring our speaker.

Speaker Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 6    
Speaker Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, the Speaker Sponsor also receives a table for ten individuals at the event and will have their logo/company name recognized at the table. Speaker Sponsors will be invited to all pre- and post-event engagements featuring our speaker.

Corporate Table Sponsor · $750    
Corporate Table Sponsors will receive recognition in our event program. Each sponsor also receives a table for ten individuals at the event and will have their logo/company name recognized at the table.

Individual ticket · $50

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Athena Award Luncheon

March 21, 2012

The Athena Award program celebrates exceptional individuals who have achieved excellence in their profession, have served the community in a meaningful way and have assisted women in their attainment of professional goals and leadership skills.

The prestigious ATHENA Award honors individuals who demonstrate excellence, creativity, and initiative in their business or profession, who provide valuable service by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community, and who actively assist women in realizing their full leadership potential.

The ATHENA Young Professional Award honors emerging women leaders who demonstrate excellence, creativity, and initiative in her business or profession, provides valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in her community, and clearly serves as a role model for young women both personally and professionally.

Platinum Sponsor · $5,000 limit: 2    
Platinum Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media and signage. Additionally, sponsors will receive two tables for a total of sixteen individuals at the event and will have their logo/company name recognized at the table. Platinum Sponsors may also be engaged in the ATHENA recipient selection process. Platinum Sponsors will be invited to all pre-event engagements featuring the ATHENA nominees. Platinum Sponsors will be able to present ATHENA winners with a gift and will be able to add a gift to the gift bag presented to all nominees.

Gold Sponsor · $2,500 limit: 6    
Gold Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, sponsors will receive tickets for 12 individuals at the event and will have their name recognized at the tables. Gold Sponsors will be invited to all pre-event engagements featuring the ATHENA nominees. Gold Sponsors will be able to add a gift to the gift bag presented to all nominees.

Silver Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 6    
Silver Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materals, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, sponsors will receive one table for eight individuals to attend the event and will have their logo/company name recognized at the table. Silver Sponsors will be invited to all pre-event engagements featuring the ATHENA nominees.

Table Sponsor · $500         
Table Sponsors will receive one table for eight individuals to attend the event and will have their logo/company name recognized at the table.

Ticket · $35         

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Chamber 101

Semi-annually    

Orientation breakfast sessions are held twice each year. All Chamber members and prospective Chamber members are invited to attend an informative, interactive session to become familiar with all that The Chamber has to offer. There is no cost to attend.

New Member Orientation Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 1    
The New Member Orientation Sponsor will receive its company logo on all invitations and communication, recognition at the event and the opportunity to speak and/or distribute company info at the event.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Chamber Classic Golf Outing

July 2012

Public relations opportunities like this don’t come along every day! The Chamber’s golf tournament is the can’t-miss golf event each year. Brookwood Golf Club and its staff provide a first-class experience that is enhanced by interactive networking activities at each tee box.

Whether you love to play or are looking for a creative way to reach Fort Wayne executives, our tournament provides a unique opportunity for budgets of all sizes. Our tournament has enjoyed sold-out status for many years. Don’t miss your chance to participate!

Greens Sponsor · $5,000 minimum limit: 1    
Greens Sponsor will enjoy its company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Greens Sponsors will receive 12 spots for golfers and acknowledgement at the awards reception. In addition, the Greens Sponsor will have the opportunity to speak at the awards reception. The Greens Sponsor commits to paying for the greens and cart fees for all guests at the golf outing. We anticipate this fee to be about $5,000, but this may increase with additional golfers.

Eagle Sponsor · $2,500 limit: 4    
Eagle Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Eagle Sponsors all receive six spots for golfers and a hole sponsorship. For this hole sponsorship, you may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or you may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on your behalf. In addition, Eagle Sponsors will be invited to be presenters at the awards reception.

Birdie Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 6    
Birdie Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Birdie Sponsors also receive three spots for golfers and a shared hole sponsorship. For this hole sponsorship, you may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or you may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on your behalf.

Refreshment Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 6    
Refreshment Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Refreshment Sponsors will also receive three spots for golfers and a refreshment station sponsorship. For this refreshment station sponsorship, you may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or you may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on your behalf.

Lunch Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 2    
Lunch Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Lunch sponsors will also receive three spots for golfers and a lunch station sponsorship. For this lunch station sponsorship, you may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or you may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on your behalf.

Awards Reception Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 2    
Awards Reception Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Sponsors will also receive three spots for golfers and an awards reception sponsorship. For this awards reception sponsorship, you may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or you may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on your behalf.

Golf Gift Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 1    
With this sponsorship, your company logo and information will be featured prominently and individually on the golf gift for all golfers. Handed out at the registration area, your business will be on display throughout the day and taken home by golfers. The swag bag sponsor will receive recognition in printed materials, electronic media and signage. The swag bag sponsor also receives three spots for golfers.

Registration Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 1    
The Registration Sponsor will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media and have company representatives at the registration desk to greet golfers. The sponsor also receives two spots for golfers.

Golf Cart Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 4    
The Golf Cart Sponsor will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media and have company logo on all golf carts. The sponsor also receives two spots for golfers.

Par Sponsor · $500    
Our Par Sponsors will receive one spot for golfers. Par Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout print and electronic media.

Hole Sponsor · $300 limit: 11    
Eleven holes throughout the course are available for sponsorship. Hole Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout print and electronic media. Sponsoring businesses should plan to have a fun activity or unique experience that showcases their business. Following play, golfers vote for their favorite hole sponsor. The winning business will be recognized at the awards reception and receive a trophy.

Team · $475

Individual Member Golfer · $125

Individual Nonmember Golfer · $150

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

GovConnect

Weekly

The GovConnect weekly e-newsletter covers local, federal, and state topics that matter to the business community. This weekly update is sent every Friday to Chamber members and is posted the following Monday on the GovConnect page of our Chamber web site.

Newsletter Sponsor · $75 a week        
Newsletter Sponsors will receive their company logo/ad on the weekly GovConnect Newsletter and on the GovConnect page of the Chamber web site.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Industry to Educators Externship

Summer 2012

The Industry to Educators Externship program provides Northeast Indiana high school educators with the opportunity to learn about STEM-related careers and industries in the region.
This ground-breaking experience equips teachers to provide a superior classroom experience with real-world problems and provide students with a solid education in math and science. It facilitates shared experiences between local educators, provides teachers with valuable industry connections for classroom speaking and career advising, and encourages collaboration between school administrators and local leadership.

Sponsorship levels being determined

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Issue Forums

Monthly during session

The Chamber’s Issue Forums will provide Chamber members “insider information” on the hottest topics at the Statehouse.

Members will have the opportunity to hear from subject matter experts on what’s currently happening, hear projections from experts on what’s to come, ask questions that specifically pertain to your business, and voice their concerns directly to our Government Affairs Director.

Gold Sponsors · $250 limit: 3    
The Gold Sponsor will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Gold Sponsors will also be acknowledged at each event by the speaker.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Legislative Agenda

Annually

This premiere print piece provides members and legislators a list of The Chamber’s priorities during the General Assembly Session. This printed piece is shared directly with government officials informing them of the needs of Chamber members throughout the year.

Presenting Sponsor · $2,500 limit: 1
The Presenting Sponsor will receive its company name on the cover of the Legislative Agenda as well as its logo recognized on the back cover. Presenting Sponsors will also receive two tickets to the Legislative Preview and Legislative Wrap-Up events.

Supporting Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 2
The Supporting Sponsor will receive its company name/logo on the back cover of the Legislative Agenda. Supporting Sponsors will also receive one ticket to the Legislative Preview and Legislative Wrap-Up events.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Legislative Wrap-Up

Annually

At the end of each legislative session, The Chamber hosts a Legislative Wrap-Up to discuss the ups and downs of the past session. Members get the opportunity to have breakfast with the Northeast Indiana delegation and learn how the General Assembly’s decisions impact their businesses.

Gold Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 1    
The Gold Sponsor will receive their company logo on all invitations and communication and recognition at the event. Gold Sponsors will also receive one table for eight individuals at the event.

Silver Sponsor · $500 limit: 2    
The Silver Sponsor will receive their company logo on all printed materials and recognition at the event. Silver Sponsors will also receive tickets for four individuals at the event.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Links 4 Leaders

June 4, 2012

A golf game often sets the perfect tone for business deals. In recognition of this, the Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Pine Valley Country Club to host its first annual Links 4 Leaders golf event on Monday, June 4, 2012.

Golfers may sign up as individuals or as a foursome; individual golfers will be grouped into foursomes. Each foursome in the golf scramble is paired with a northeast Indiana business leader. Golfers can enjoy a leisurely day on the course and make valuable business connections at the same time.

Past business leaders who have participated include:

  • Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry
  • Don Schenkel of The University of Saint Francis
  • Randy Borror of Bose Public Affairs
  • Michael Wartell of IPFW
  • Mike Ottenweller of Ottenweller
  • Mike Packnett of Parkview Health
  • Joe Dorko of Lutheran Health
  • Bruce Menshy of Raytheon
  • Tim Borne of Asher Agency
  • Pat Sullivan of Hylant Group
  • Mike Christman of Fort Wayne Newspapers
  • Tom Lapsley of Thistle Group
  • Kevin Hamil of Thistle Group

The day begins with a gourmet grilled buffet and concludes with a festive awards and dinner reception.

Chamber Golf School

Need to brush up on your golf skills or even start from square one? The Chamber Golf School, which will run concurrently with the Chamber Classic scramble, features high-quality, small-group instruction from PGA pros and will give new golfers a wide range of instruction. Seasoned golfers also can improve their game for a fraction of what individual lessons would cost.

Students will join Pine Valley Pro Mike Ahlers and Chamber President Mike Landram for an afternoon of golf lessons unlike any you will receive. Golf School students will learn the rules, etiquette, as well as the dos and don’ts of client golf. You’ll also perfect your long game, short game, chipping, and putting. Later in the day, you’ll put those skills to work in a mini tournament with your fellow students. Chamber Golf School provides you several weeks’ worth of lessons in one afternoon.

Greens Sponsor · $5,000 minimum limit: 1    
Greens Sponsor will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Greens Sponsors will receive tickets for eight golfers and acknowledgement at the awards reception. In addition, the Greens Sponsor will have the opportunity to speak at the awards reception. The Greens Sponsor commits to paying for the greens and cart fees for all guests at the golf outing. We anticipate this fee to be about $5,000, but this may increase with additional golfers.

Eagle Sponsor · $2,500 limit: 6    
Eagle Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Eagle Sponsors all receive two spots either for golfers or for the Chamber Golf School. They also receive a hole sponsorship. For this hole sponsorship, they may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or they may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on their behalf. In addition, Eagle Sponsors will be invited to be presenters at the awards reception.

Birdie Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 6    
Birdie Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Birdie Sponsors also receive one spot either for a golfer or for the Chamber Golf School. They also receives a shared hole sponsorship. For this hole sponsorship, they may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or they may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on their behalf.

Refreshment Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 6    
Refreshment Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Refreshment Sponsors will also receive one spot either for a golfer or for the Chamber Golf School. They also receive a refreshment station sponsorship. For this refreshment station sponsorship, they may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or they may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on their behalf.

Lunch Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 3    
Lunch Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Lunch sponsors will also receive one spot either for a golfer or for the Chamber Golf School. They also receive a lunch station sponsorship. For this lunch station sponsorship, they may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or they may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on their behalf.

Awards Reception Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 2    
Awards Reception Sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media. Awards Reception Sponsors will also receive one spot either for a golfer or for the Chamber Golf School. They also may have a representative on hand to pass out promotional materials, or they may choose to have The Chamber distribute a promotional item on their behalf.

Golf Gift Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 2    
With this sponsorship, your company logo and information will be featured prominently and individually on the swag bag for all golfers. Handed out at the registration area, the business will be on display throughout the day and taken home by golfers. The swag bag sponsor will receive recognition in printed materials, electronic media and signage.

Cart Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 4    
The registration sponsors will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout all print and electronic media and have company logo on all golf carts.

Hole Sponsor · $300 limit: 11    
Eleven holes throughout the course are available for sponsorship. Hole sponsor businesses will enjoy their company logo and/or business mention featured throughout print and electronic media. Sponsoring businesses should plan to have a fun activity or unique experience that showcases their business. Following play, golfers vote for their favorite hole sponsor. The winning business will be recognized at the awards reception and receive a trophy.

Golf Team · $850

Individual Golfer · $225

Golf School · $150    

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Live Learn _ Intern

Summer 2012

Young people often make decisions about where to live and work after college based on their experiences during internships. This program provides the opportunity for these young people to not just work in Northeast Indiana, but to truly experience what the region has to offer them should they choose to stay.

Sponsorship levels being determined

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Lunch ’n Learn

Quarterly

The Lunch ’n Learn series is an educational opportunity for Chamber members and their employees while enjoying lunch on us! Well known area experts will teach from noon-1 p.m. on topics that matter to the Fort Wayne Business community with Q_A from 1-1:30 p.m. A catered lunch is included.

Presenting Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 1    
Presenting Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media and signage. Additionally, Presenting Sponsors will receive two tickets per event. Presenting Sponsors may also distribute literature at each event and welcome guests at the beginning of each event.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Meet Me @ 5

3rd Thursday of every month

This popular networking event is held the third Thursday of each month from 5-7 p.m. and is one of the most popular sponsorships of the year. This event attracts more than 75 Chamber members and is used by sponsors to give exposure to new or expanded facilities or partner with a new event venue.
Meet Me @ 5 is an exceptional opportunity to showcase your products, services, and gain new customers.

Presenting Sponsor · venue, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and cash bar · limit: 12    
Presenting Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. All employees of the sponsoring business are invited to attend free of charge. A company representative will be invited to make comments during the program at this event.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

New Executive Reception

September  

The New Executive Reception is an exclusive reception to honor executives who are new to the Fort Wayne area, have been promoted, or joined a new company at an executive level within the last 12 months. This event attracts 50 new executives and is a popular sponsorship among membership organizations such as museums, theaters, and country clubs. Sponsors provide two drink tickets and heavy hors d’oeuvres. The New Executive Reception is an exceptional opportunity to showcase your venue, products, and services. Traditionally the New Executive Reception host is also the sponsor. However, we are open to our hosts partnering with other Chamber members to provide a memorable experience for guests.

Presenting Sponsor · venue, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and two drink tickets · limit: 1    
The Presenting Sponsor will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media and signage. All employees of the sponsoring organization will be able to attend free of charge. A company representative will be invited to make comments during the event.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Summits

Quarterly

Chamber Summits are full-day events that offer in-depth education on topics that are relevant to a majority of our members. Past topics include Nonprofit Education, Women’s Business Summit, Sales Summit, and Networking/Social Media Summit. Summits showcase a minimum of three topic experts and include a networking breakfast and lunch. Summits are from 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and are held quarterly.

Presenting Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 1 per quarter    
Presenting Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, the Presenting Sponsor receives five tickets to the event and will have its company name/logo recognized at the event. Presenting Sponsors may choose to speak during the networking breakfast. Presenting Sponsors may submit electronic copies of their promotional materials to be added to the educational packet sent electronically to all attendees.

Lunch Sponsor · $500 limit: 1 per quarter    
Lunch Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, the Lunch Sponsor receives three tickets to the event and will have its company name/logo recognized during the lunch. Lunch Sponsors may submit electronic copies of their promotional materials to be added to the educational packet sent electronically to all attendees.

Breakfast Sponsor · $500 limit: 1 per quarter    
Breakfast Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, the Breakfast Sponsor receives three tickets to the event and will have its company name/logo recognized during the breakfast. Breakfast Sponsors may submit electronic copies of their promotional materials to be added to the educational packet sent electronically to all attendees.

Series Sponsor · $300 limit: 3 per quarter    
Series Sponsors will receive recognition in all printed material. Additionally, the Series Sponsor receives one ticket to the event. Series Sponsors may submit electronic copies of their promotional materials to be added to the educational packet sent electronically to all attendees.

Individual Tickets · $49

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Taste of The Chamber

December 6, 2012

The annual Taste of the Chamber is The Chamber’s most festive and one of the most popular events of the year. Guests are treated to food and beverage sampling from member restaurants and caterers and a tour of the historic Chamber of Commerce building as its dressed in its holiday best. Five hundred guests tour The Chamber on this festive night, providing sponsors and vendors exceptional exposure.

Floor Sponsor · $1,500 limit: 2    
Floor Sponsors receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. Additionally, Floor Sponsors receive 10 tickets for the event and a booth on their sponsored floor. Floor sponsorships are often purchased by companies that are not food or beverage companies, allowing them the opportunity to be the only business like theirs on that floor.

Bar Sponsor · $300 limit: 1    
Bar Sponsors receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media, and signage. The Bar Sponsorship is reserved for a licensed bar/restaurant/caterer who will run the cash bar during the event. Bar Sponsors keep the proceeds from alcohol sales. Bar Sponsors must complete a catering agreement with The Chamber.

Individual Tickets · $10

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

TechCamp

Summer 2012

This newly developed program will kick off in the summer of 2012 with area high school sophomore and junior students applying to participate in a week-long externship-style camp designed to connect them to Northeast Indiana employers and learn more about career options in this region. These camps will provide the opportunity for young people to gain valuable skills in teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and much more while competing on teams to develop solutions to real-world problems.

Sponsorship levels being determined

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

TechFest

March 10, 2012    

This full day of tournament-style video gaming, a problem solving competition, technology demonstrations, information from area colleges and universities about majors related to STEM, and presentations by area professionals about career opportunities in the region drew about 100 Northeast Indiana High School students, parents, educators, and volunteers. The vision for this event is to establish a model of cooperation between business and educators — working together to identify, nurture, train, employ, and retain the area’s best and brightest talent.

Gold Sponsor · $5,000
Gold Sponsors will have their company logo included on main event banner outside Sweetwater Sound, on the banner at the registration table, on the NEI TechFest web site and other social media outlets, and on the event T-shirts. Gold Sponsors will also receive a table at the event to share information about their event. Gold Sponsors logo will be displayed on signage at the Internet Cafe noting the area is sponsored by the organization. Gold Sponsors will also be mentioned in all press releases.

Silver Sponsor · $2,500
Silver Sponsors will receive their company logo on signage at the pizza table. Silver Sponsors will also have their logo on the NEI TechFest web site and other social media outlets. Each Silver Sponsor will receive a table at the event to share information about their organization. Silver Sponsor logos will be added to the table tents in the cafeteria area. The names of all Silver Sponsors will be listed on the back of event T-shirts.

Bronze Sponsor · $1,500    
Bronze Sponsors will receive their company logo on signage at an individual video game — sponsors may choose which video game they would like to sponsor on a first-come, first-served basis. Bronze Sponsors will also receive a table at the event to share information about their organization. Bronze Sponsors’ company names will be listed on the NEI TechFest web site and on social media outlets.

Torch Sponsor · $500    
Torch Sponsors receive a table at the event to share information about their organization. Torch sponsors’ company name will be listed on the NEI TechFest web site and on social media outlets.

Flame Sponsor · $100    
Flame Sponsors’ company name will be listed on the NEI TechFest web site and on social media outlets

Micro-donations · any         
Micro donors’ company name will be listed on the NEI TechFest web site and on social media outlets. Micro donations will be used to help students attend who do not have the financial means to do so. Our goals is that any student who would like to participate be given the opportunity. Please contact Jules Overby for more information.

In-kind donations
In-Kind Donors’ company name will be listed on the NEI TechFest web site and on social media outlets. In-Kind Donors may also be recognized on the back of the event T-shirts. This will be determined by the value associated with the in-kind donation. Please contact Jules Overby for more information.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Third House Forum

Saturdays during session

The Third House is a forum for the Northeast Indiana legislative delegation to report on their activity at the statehouse and to speak with Chamber members regarding issues that directly affect their business. It is a unique opportunity to get to know your state legislators and share your thoughts on policies that concern you.

Forum Sponsor · $1,000 limit: 1    
The Forum Sponsor will receive recognition in all printed materials, electronic media and signage. Forum Sponsors will also be acknowledged at each event by the speaker.

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.

Interested in sponsorship?

Contact Michelle Merritt by email or phone at (260) 424-1435.


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Letter from The Chamber

Dear Chamber Member,

The Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce has continued its tradition of mission-driven events in 2011 and is pleased to bring you even more exciting events in the coming year. Chamber events continue to grow and evolve with participation and support from members like you. In continuing our tradition the Chamber is proud to present the 2012 Sponsorship Opportunities Guide.

Through involvement, your business will maximize its membership investment by increasing visibility and exposure while targeting your business marketing efforts. Event sponsorships are provided as a value added benefit of membership.

When designing your business marketing plan for 2012, consider these opportunities. Your business can make the most of its membership by taking part in 2012 Chamber events. The Chamber is offering a wide variety of events to meet your small or large business needs during the year. We ask for your consideration and encourage you to invest in the efforts of the Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce by including us in your marketing budget.

I look forward to working with you in 2012!

Michelle L. Merritt
Vice President Membership and Communications
(260) 424-1435 · mmerritt@fwchamber.org