EVENTS

PUBLIC POLICY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

CONGRESSIONAL TOWNHALL FORUM SERIES
Spring
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
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
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

HEALTH CARE REFORM FORUM
November
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

LEGAL BRIEFINGS
October
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
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  –  Supporting Sponsor - $1,500

NETWORKING EVENTS

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

ANNUAL DINNER
May
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

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Summer
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 - $2,000  –  Supporting - $1,000

ANNUAL PICNIC
August
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 - $5,500  –  Supporting - $1,500

RISING STAR AWARD
September
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

CHAMBER NETWORKING RECEPTIONS
Twenty four 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

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

WOMEN IN BUSINESS EXECUTIVE LUNCHEON
Fall
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
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 in conjuction with Women’s in Leadership Series
May
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

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 SEAFOOD FEST
June Projected Attendance – 100+ attendees
SOCIAL OUTINGS
Winter/Spring Projected Attendance 50 attendees

Three Sponsorships available at $1,000

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP SERIES
Projected Attendance - 125+ each breakfast
Supporting Sponsor - $500

HUMAN RESOURCES SUMMIT
April
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

MARKETING FORUM
March
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 - $1,500  –  Supporting Sponsor - $500

SMALL BUSINESS FORUM
February
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