2025 Traverse Connect Sponsorship Opportunities

VIP DIRECTOR’S RECEPTION PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $8,500 (One Available) One Sold, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition as Directors’ Reception Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference, an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
• Speaking Opportunity during the Directors Reception  
• One (1) reserved table of six (6) at the Northern Michigan Policy Conference  
• Eight (8) tickets to the Directors Reception 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

• Logo included on single-color coasters placed at Directors’ Reception
• Logo included on signage placed around the room

VALET SPONSOR: Total investment $3,500 (One Available) One Sold: DTE

• Recognition as Valet Parking Sponsor for the 2025 VIP Directors Reception  
• Two (2) tickets to the Northern Michigan Policy Conference 
• Four (4) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event, which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
• Verbal recognition during opening remarks
• Logo included on signage by valet parking stand
• Opportunity to include a ¼-page marketing ad to the valet provider to be placed within vehicles (Ad must be printed and provided by sponsor) 
• Opportunity to include one small swag item to the valet provider to be placed within the vehicles (Swag items must be provided by sponsor)  
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

The Northern Michigan Policy Conference is a regional economic development conference led by the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. The Alliance is a coalition of 16 chambers and economic development organizations and over 7,000 member businesses from across northern Michigan. The partnership exists to advocate for rural northern Michigan and move forward rural-centric business policy.

Now in its seventh year as a policy conference after serving as the Alliance’s annual agenda-setting meeting for years, the Northern Michigan Policy Conference is designed to leverage diverse strategies to enhance the northern Michigan region’s standing as a world-class place for business, residents, visitors, and students of all ages..

DIAMOND SPONSOR: Total investment $25,000 (One Available)

• Recognition as Diamond Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference (NMPC)
• Recognition as the Diamond Sponsor at the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event
• Speaking opportunity during opening sponsor remarks at Northern Michigan Policy Conference & the Directors Reception
• Opportunity to introduce a speaker or panel
• Verbal recognition as Diamond Sponsor during opening remarks for both Northern Michigan Policy Conference & The Directors Reception
• Six (6) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception
• Two (2) reserved tables of six with prominent placement at the front of the room for Norhtern Michigan Policy Conference
• Logo included on stage backdrop
• Recognition as an underwriter for the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance, to include:
  • Logo inclusion on quarterly email blasts for partner chambers: “Your business is a proud partner of the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance”
  • Logo included in quarterly and annual reports sent to regional media
  • Logo featured on the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance Website
  • Opportunity to speak at monthly meetings including updating members on current and upcoming businesses developments and partners to include supplemental information in email blasts to membership.
• Opportunity to provide one pre-recorded message to play across our social media platforms to promote your brand and the event in advance of the event taking place
• Logo included on elevator wrap
• Logo included on floor sticker at entrance
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included on welcome slide as attendees enter the room
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included at table tents placed at each table

RUBY SPONSOR: Total investment $20,000 SOLD: ITC

• Recognition as Ruby Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference (NMPC).
• Recognition as the Ruby Sponsor at the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
• Speaking opportunity during opening sponsor remarks at Northern Michigan Policy Conference & the Directors Reception 
• Opportunity to introduce a speaker or panel 
• Verbal recognition as Ruby Sponsor during opening remarks for both Northern Michigan Policy Conference & The Directors Reception 
• Six (6) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception 
• Two (2) reserved tables of six with prominent placement at the front of the room for Northern Michigan Policy Conference  
• Logo included on stage backdrop
• Opportunity to provide one pre-recorded message to play across our social media platforms to promote your brand and the event in advance of the event taking place   
• Recognition in digital and print publications, included but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on the Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect and the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Logo included in digital program  
• Logo included at table tents placed at each table  
• Logo included on signage placed around the event  
• Logo included within Media row 

EMERALD SPONSOR: Total investment $15,000 – SOLD: Consumers Energy

• • Recognition as Emerald Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference
  • Opportunity to introduce the Keynote Speaker 
  • Verbal recognition of Lanyard Sponsor during opening remarks
  • One (1) reserved table of six (6) at the Policy Conference
  • Six (6) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event, which exclusive high-level Invite only event 
  • Sponsor must provide their own lanyards to be distributed at the event 
  • Logo included in digital program
  • Logo included on table tents placed at each table
  • Logo included on signage placed around the room
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: Total investment $10,000 – SOLD: Munson

• Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference
• Opportunity to introduce a Keynote Speaker during the conference
• One (1) reserved table of six (6) at the Policy Conference
• Six (6) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event, which exclusive high-level Invite only event
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on table tents placed at each table
• Logo included on signage placed around room

VALET PARKING SPONSOR: Total investment $5,000 – SOLD: Enbridge  

• • Recognition as Valet Parking Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference & Annual Celebration Gala
  • Four (4) tickets to the Northern Michigan Policy Conference & Annual Celebration Gala 
  • Two (2) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
  • Verbal recognition during opening remarks 
  • Logo included on signage by valet parking stand.
  • Opportunity to include a 1⁄4 page marketing ad to the valet provider placed within vehicles (Ad must be printed and provided by sponsor.)
  • Opportunity to include one small swag item to the valet provider placed within the vehicles (Swag items must be provided by sponsor.)
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)

NOTEPAD AND PEN SPONSOR: Total investment $5,000 – SOLD: TVC

Have your company logo on all the conference notepads and pens. Enjoy a high degree of brand visibility post conference as they take their notepad & pen materials back with them. Sponsors are responsible for providing the imprinted notepads and pens. We will distribute.

• • Recognition as Notes Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference.
  • Sponsor will have their own notepad & pens distributed at each place setting for attendees. Please note, sponsors are responsible for providing the imprinted notepads and pens.
  • One reserved table of six (6) with prominent placement at the front of the room
  • Two tickets to attend the Directors Reception
  • Verbal recognition during opening remarks.
  • Logo included on signage placed around the room.
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $3,500 – SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Comfort Keepers

• • Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference.
  • One (1) Reserved table of six (6) to the Northern Michigan Policy Conference 
  • Two (2) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
  • Verbal recognition of Beverage Sponsor during opening remarks.
  • Logo included on signage placed next to beverage stations.
  • Logo included on single-color branded coaster placed at every other table setting.
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Logo included in digital program.
  • Logo included on signage placed around the event.

LUNCH SPONSOR: Total investment $3,000 – SOLD: Waste Management and MSHDA

• • Recognition as Lunch Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference
  • One (1) reserved table of six (6) to the Northern Michigan Policy Conference  
  • Two (2) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
  • Single color logo on napkins at lunch station
  • Verbal recognition of Lunch Sponsor during opening remarks
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Logo included in digital program.
  • Logo included on signage placed around the event and next to lunch stations.

COFFEE ENERGIZER SPONSOR: Total investment $2,500 – SOLD: MSHDA & Business Leaders for Michigan

• • Recognition as Coffee Sponsor for the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference.
  • Two (2) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
  • Four (4) tickets to the Northern Michigan Policy Conference  
  • Verbal recognition of Coffee Sponsor during opening remarks.
  • Logo included on signage placed next to coffee stations.
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Logo included in digital program.
  • Logo included on signage placed around the event.

COAT CHECK SPONSOR (for NMPC & Gala): Total investment $2,500 – SOLD: United Way

• • Recognition as Coat Check Sponsor for the 2025 NMPC
  • Two (2) tickets to the 2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference & Annual Celebration Gala  
  • Two (2) tickets to attend the 2025 Directors Reception, taking place the night before the event which is an exclusive high-level Invite only event 
  • Logo on all coat check tags that are handed to every attendee who checks a coat.
  • Logo included on signage that is placed at coat check stand.
  • Opportunity to provide a 1⁄4 page marketing ad for attendees to pick up at Coat Check
  • Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
    • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
        • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration
        • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
        • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
        • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)

Toast the past year’s successes of our business community at the Traverse Connect Annual Celebration Gala!

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $20,000 – SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition of Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Celebration Gala
• First rights of acceptance for the 2026 Annual Celebration Gala
• Two-minute speaking opportunity during the Annual Celebration Gala
• Eight (8) tickets to the Annual Celebration Gala
• Eight (8) tickets included to the Directors Reception
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included on signage placed through the event
• Logo included on elevator
• Verbal recognition at the event

DANCE FLOOR SPONSOR: Total investment $3,000 – (One Available, One Sold) One Sold: Waste Management

• Recognition as Dance Floor Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Celebration Gala 
• Logo on light-up sticks distributed at dance floor to attendees
• Six (6) tickets to the Annual Celebration Gala 
• Logo on signage placed near dance floor   
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR: Total investment $2,500 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Entertainment Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Celebration Gala
• Six (6) tickets to the Annual Celebration Gala
• Logo on signage placed near entertainment and stage
• Minimum of two shout-outs from our band/DJ
• Verbal recognition before bringing Interlochen students out for performance
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total Investment $2,500 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Celebration Gala
• Single-color logo printed on coasters placed around the room
• Logo included on signage placed next to the bar
• Four (4) tickets to the Annual Celebration Gala
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but are not limited to:
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

HORS D’OEUVRES & LATE NIGHT PIZZA SPONSOR: Total investment $2,000 – SOLD: Mercantile Bank and Hagerty

• Recognition as Hors d’ Oeuvres Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Celebration Gala
• Logo included on signage placed next to food stations
• Single-color logo printed on beverage napkin at food station
• Four (4) tickets to the Annual Celebration Gala
• One Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but are not limited to: 
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

DECOR SPONSOR: Total investment $1,500 – (Two Available)

• Recognition as Decor Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Celebration Gala
• Logo included within floral arrangements placed around the room, tables, bars, etc.
• Four (4) tickets to Annual Celebration Gala
• One Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but are not limited to:
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

The Distinguished Service Award is a 90-year tradition that annually recognizes a local resident for his or her efforts to improve the lives of people living and working in the Grand Traverse area. The Distinguished Service Award honors business leaders, public servants, patrons of area arts, naturalists, and those from a host of other backgrounds who’ve worked and given tirelessly to improve the region, according to Traverse Connect.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $10,000- SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 DSA (Distinguished Service Award) Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards
• Speaking opportunity during opening remarks at the Distinguished Service Awards
• One (1) reserved table of eight (8) at the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed throughout the event
• Logo placed on all table tents
• Opportunity to place marketing materials at each table (provided by sponsor)
• Opportunity to show promotional video to be played on social platforms leading up to the DSA event, regarding the DSAS event ( video provided by sponsor)

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: Total investment $5,000 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 DSA (Distinguished Service Award) Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed throughout the event
• Logo placed on all table tents
• One (1) reserved table of eight at the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• Speaking opportunity during opening remarks at the Distinguished Service Awards.
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $2,500 – One Available, One Sold: Networks Northwest

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 DSA (Distinguished Service Award) Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards 
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at beverage station
• Single-color logo printed on coasters placed at each table
• One (1) reserved table of eight (8) at the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

LUNCH SPONSOR: Total investment $1,500 – SOLD: MSU FCU

• Recognition as Lunch Sponsor for the 2025 DSA (Distinguished Service Award) Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards 
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed around the room
• One (1) reserved table of eight (8) at the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

DECOR SPONSOR: Total Investment $1,500 – (One Available) One Sold: Mercantile Bank

• Recognition as Decor Sponsor for the 2025 DSA (Distinguished Service Award) Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards 
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage throughout the event
• Logo included within floral arrangements placed on each table and at registration
• One (1) reserved table of eight (8) at the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

RISING STAR TCYP MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD SPONSOR: $1,500 – SOLD: Mercantile Bank

An award that recognizes a talented professional who is considered a rising star in their field and is considered a role model for others both personally and professionally. 

• Recognition as Rising Star TCYP Member of the Year Award Sponsor for the 2025 DSA Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards 
• Opportunity to read what the award is about, why your business supports this award in the community, and announce the winner during the luncheon  
• Logo included in digital program 
• Logo included on signage placed throughout the event 
• Logo placed on all table tents 
• Two (2) tickets to the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon 
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  

• • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers) 
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

ECONOMIC IMPACT AWARD SPONSOR: $1,500 – (One Available) 

A business that has made significant contributions to the economic vitality of the region through business growth, job creation, investment in infrastructure, and participation in other endeavors that benefit that community and its residents. The company must also exemplify excellent corporate citizenship by giving back to the community in which it operates and possess a corporate culture that enhances the lives of its employees. 

• Recognition as Economic Impact Award Sponsor for the 2025 DSA Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards  
• Opportunity to read what the award is about, why your business supports this award in the community, and announce the winner during the luncheon 
• Logo included in digital program 
• Logo included on signage placed throughout the event 
• Logo placed on all table tents 
• Two (2) tickets to the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon    
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  

• • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    •  Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD SPONSOR: $1,500 – SOLD: Hagerty

A new, stand out business in the Grand Traverse region that has already demonstrated a level of excellence in their product category and a commitment to giving back to the community. 

• Recognition as New Business of the Year Award Sponsor for the 2025 DSA Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards 
• Opportunity to read what the award is about, why your business supports this award in the community, and announce the winner during the luncheon 
• Logo included in digital program 
• Logo included on signage placed throughout the event 
• Logo placed on all table tents 
• Two (2) tickets to the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  

• • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

ALUM OF LEADERSHIP GRAND TRAVERSE AWARD SPONSOR: $1,500 – (One Available) 

• Recognition as Alum of Leadership Grand Traverse Award Sponsor for the 2025 DSA Traverse Connect Business & Community Achievement Awards
• Opportunity to read what the award is about, why your business supports this award in the community, and announce the winner during the luncheon
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed throughout the event
• Logo placed on all table tents
• Two (2) tickets to the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (8,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

The Economic Strategy Sessions (ESS) are an initiative by Traverse Connect to engage high-level investors, community leaders, and business owners with the key pillars of our region’s economic development strategy, and to provide clear and transparent leadership and guidelines for the growth of our region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Held three times annually, the Economic Strategy Session event series hosts presentations and discussion forums are for anyone that wants to gain insight into particular areas of concern that affect multiple industries.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment for all three sessions $30,000 – SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 ESS (Economic Strategy Session) Series of three events 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Speaking opportunity (up to five minutes) (Live or pre-recorded)
• Opportunity to provide three (one per event) pre-recorded messages to play across our social media platforms to promote your brand and the event before it takes place 
• Eight (8) tickets per session
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on all table and event signage
• Opportunity to provide marketing materials to attendees (provided by sponsor) 

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: Total investment for all three sessions $15,000 – SOLD: Munson 

• Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 ESS (Economic Strategy Session) Series of three events 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Two-minute speaking opportunity (Live or pre-recorded)
• Eight (8) tickets per session
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on all table and event signage

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total Investment for all three sessions $7,500 – SOLD: Networks Northwest

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 ESS (Economic Strategy Session) Series (3 total)  
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Single-color logo printed on coasters placed at each table
• Eight (8) tickets per session
• Logo included in digital program distributed to each attendee
• Logo included on all table and event signage

GRAND TRAVERSE AREA MANUFACTURING SUMMIT PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $7,500 – SOLD: Rehmann

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit 
• One (1) reserved table of eight (8) for the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit with prominent placement at the front of the room
• One vendor table included
• Three-five- minutes speaking opportunity during opening remarks
• Logo included on welcome slide as attendees enter the room
• Verbal recognition as Presenting Sponsor during opening and closing remarks
• Logo included in digital program provided to all Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit attendees
• Logo included on signage placed at the event  
• Opportunity to provide one pre-recorded message to play across our social media platforms to promote your brand and the event before it takes place 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: Total investment $2,500 – SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit 
• One (1) table of eight (8) for the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit with prominent placement at the front of the room
• Two-minute speaking opportunity during opening remarks  
• Verbal recognition as Supporting Sponsor during opening remarks  
• Logo included in digital program provided to all Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit attendees  
• Logo included on signage placed at the event  
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  
  • • The Connection: Promoted in Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $1,500 – SOLD: Mercantile Bank and Networks Northwest

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit 
• Four (4) tickets included to the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit 
• Logo included in digital program  
• Logo included on signage placed next to the beverage table  
• Single-color logo printed on coasters placed at each table  
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:  

• • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

VENDOR NETWORKING TABLE SPONSOR $350 – (Ten Available)

• One 6’ table and two chairs provided for organization to display marketing and company material during the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit, inside of the conference room where the event takes place 
• Two (2) tickets included to the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Summit 
• Logo included on Traverse Connect event page highlighting which organizations will be represented at tables with click through link to website 

The Traverse Connect Annual Golf Outing is our premier networking event! Proceeds from the Golf Outing support Leadership Grand Traverse, Traverse Connect’s flagship professional development program.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $20,000 – SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Traverse Connect Golf Outing 
• First right of acceptance for Presenting sponsorship of 2025 Leadership Grand Traverse Annual Golf Outing  
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Table at a single hole on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Two lunch voucher tickets included and up to three drink tickets for table staff to enjoy throughout the day
• Two foursome entries in the outing (eight golfers)
• Opening remarks before shotgun start
• Opportunity to provide company swag or materials in golf carts for golfers
• Logo included on golfer’s gift OR donation made to a charity of your choice 
• Logo included in digital program

GOLF BALL SPONSOR: Total investment $2,500 – (Two Available, one per course)

Each golfer will receive a customized sponsor’s company logoed golf ball sleeve in their welcome bag (three golf balls included per sleeve) 

• Recognition as Golf Ball Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Traverse Connect Golf Outing 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• One sign with your company logo on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

LUNCH SPONSOR – Total investment $1,750 – (Two Available, one per course)

• Recognition as Lunch Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Traverse Connect Golf Outing 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Single-color logo included on lunch napkins
• Logo on lunch tickets provided in every golfer’s welcome bag on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Opportunity to place table next to lunch station to distribute marketing materials
• One sign with your company logo at lunch station
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $1,500 – (One of Two Available, one per course) One Sold: Mercantile Bank

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Traverse Connect Golf Outing on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley  
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• One sign with your company logo on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Koozies with single-color logo provided to each golfer on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Logo on attendee drink tickets for corresponding course chosen
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

WATER SPONSOR: Total investment $1,000– (Two Available, one per course)

The water sponsor is responsible for providing the bottled water and will receive a golf cart on their assigned course to drive and pass out water to the golfers and interact with over 144 people throughout the day. 

• Recognition as Water Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Traverse Connect Golf Outing 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• One sign with your company logo on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

BIRDIE SPONSOR: Total investment $1,000 – (Nine Available, five per course)

• Recognition as Birdie Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Traverse Connect Golf Outing 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Table at a single hole on either Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley (five available per course)
• Opportunity to provide sponsor marketing materials at designated hole
• Lunch voucher included
• Three (3) drink tickets to use throughout the day, covering up to two representatives
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

HOLE SPONSOR: Total investment $250 – (Ten Available, five per course)

• One branded sign with company logo on Mountain Ridge or Betsie Valley
• Sponsor recognition on event webpage with click-through link to sponsor website

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $850 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 GTAMC Annual Charity Golf Outing   
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail) 
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website with click through link to website
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) 
• One sign with your company logo on Sundance
• Koozies with single-color logo provided to each golfer on Sundance
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program 
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

COFFEE & BLOODY MARY SPONSOR: Total investment $850 – (Two Available)

• Recognition as coffee & bloody mary Sponsor for the 2025 GTAMC Annual Charity Golf Outing 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect
      weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail) 
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website 
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect
      social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) 
• One sign with your company logo at a hole on Sundance
  Logo on one drink ticket for golfers to use for either coffee or bloody mary
• Signage placed next to the coffee and bloody mary stations
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program 
• Logo included on signage placed at reception 

WATER SPONSOR: Total investment $850 – (One Available)

The water sponsor is responsible for providing the bottled water and will receive a golf cart to drive and pass out water to the golfers and interact with over 120 people throughout the day.  

• Recognition as Water Sponsor for the 2025 GTAMC Charity Golf Outing 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)  
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) 
• One sign with your company logo at hole
• Verbal recognition during awards ceremony
• Logo in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed at reception

TEE BOX SPONSOR: Total investment $550 – (Five Available)

Leadership Grand Traverse (LGT) is a community-based program that prepares participants for decision-making leadership roles in areas such as policy, program implementation, and development. The program provides unique access and exposure to many of the major assets and leaders across our region, including natural resources, parks and recreation, community and economic development, health and human services, transportation, and agriculture. Offered once each year, LGT invites participants to connect with our community and each other. Alumni of this over thirty-year long program are evident throughout all sectors of the Grand Traverse region. Interested participants should come prepared to learn, challenge their assumptions, make new friends and – hopefully – see the world through a slightly different lens.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $15,000 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025/2026 Leadership Grand Traverse Cohort (LGT)
• Eight-month sponsorship promotion opportunity from August 2025 through March 2026
• Opportunity to send one employee through the Leadership Grand Traverse program (Applicant must still submit thorough application)
• Speaking opportunity at graduation with audience of LGT (Leadership Grand Traverse) participants and community members
• Speaking opportunity at LGT Alumni event
• Forty-five second sponsor video to be recorded and shared on LGT event page and social media channels
• Logo included on programs given to each attendee (13 sessions total)
• Verbal recognition of sponsorship at the beginning of each session
• Exclusive sponsor information distributed to each attendee at the event (The sponsor must provide literature)
• Branded swag given to each participant
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
  • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
  • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
  • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
  • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included on signage placed through the event
• Logo included on elevator
• Verbal recognition at the event

LUNCH SPONSOR: Total investment $500 – (Seven Available) One Sold, Hagerty

• Recognition as Lunch Sponsor for one session within the 2025/2026 Leadership Grand Traverse Cohort (LGT)
• Opportunity to come into the class and provide five-minute sponsor remarks before lunch begins
• Opportunity to provide the class with marketing material (provided by sponsor)
• Classes to pick from to provide lunch for:
  • Events & Recreation
  • Natural Resource Day
  • Health & Human Services Day
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
  • State & Local Government & Civic Leadership
  • Local Economy & Business Trends
  • Arts & Culture
  • Public Safety
  • Education

Join the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance and Traverse Connect for one of our cornerstone advocacy events to hear Lansing insiders take on past and current political events.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $5,000 – SOLD: DTE

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Bully Pulpit  
• Eight (8) tickets to the Bully Pulpit
• Speaking opportunity during opening remarksSingle-color logo printed on coasters placed at the bar  
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included on table tents placed at each table
• Logo included in digital program and signage placed around room
• Opportunity to distribute promotional material (provided by sponsor) at each table

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: Total investment $2,500 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 Bully Pulpit
• Two-minute speaking opportunity during opening remarks
• Verbal recognition as Supporting Sponsor during opening remarks
• Four (4) tickets to the Bully Pulpit
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on table tents placed at each table
• Logo included on signage placed around room

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $1,500 (One Available)

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 Bully Pulpit
• Two (2) tickets to Bully Pulpit
• Verbal recognition as Beverage Sponsor during opening remarks
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed around the event
• Logo included on single-color branded coaster placed on each table

The Annual Economic Summit highlights trends, speaks to issues affecting the economy, and garner wisdom from economic experts to look ahead at the emerging business climate.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCHEON PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment $20,000 – Sold: Fifth Third

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for the 2025 Economic Outlook Luncheon
• Two (2) tables of eight for the Economic Outlook Luncheon with prominent placement at the front of the room
• One (1) table at Quick Connect Networking event
• Speaking opportunity during opening remarks
• Input on keynote speaker selection process, chosen by Traverse Connect
• Logo included on welcome slide as attendees enter the room
• Verbal recognition as Presenting Sponsor during opening remarks
• Logo included in digital program provided to all Economic Outlook Luncheon and Quick Connect attendees
• Logo included on signage placed at the event
• Opportunity to provide two pre-recorded messages to play across our social media platforms to promote your brand and the event in advance of the event taking place.
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: Total investment $10,000 – SOLD: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

• Recognition as Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 Economic Outlook Summit
• One table of eight for the Economic Outlook Luncheon with prominent placement at the front of the room
• One table at the Business Showcase
• Two-minute speaking opportunity during opening remarks
• Verbal recognition as Supporting Sponsor during opening remarks
• Logo included in digital program provided to all Economic Outlook Luncheon and Quick Connect attendees
• Logo included on signage placed at the event
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

STAGE SPONSOR: SOLD: Consumers Energy

• Recognition as Stage Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Economic Summit 
• One table of eight (8) for the Economic Outlook Summit with prominent placement in the room  
• Logo placed on signage and within digital program 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

BEVERAGE SPONSOR: Total investment $3,500 – SOLD: Networks Northwest and Enbridge

• Recognition as Beverage Sponsor for the 2025 Economic Outlook Luncheon
• One table of eight for the Economic Outlook Luncheon with prominent placement in the room
• Logo included in digital program
• Logo included on signage placed next to the beverage table
• Single-color logo printed on coasters placed at each table
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

VALET SPONSOR: Total investment $3,500 – SOLD: Hagerty

• Recognition as Valet Parking Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Economic Summit Luncheon 
• One table of eight for the Economic Outlook Luncheon with prominent placement in the room 
• Verbal recognition during opening remarks 
• Logo included on signage by valet parking stand 
• Opportunity to include a ¼-page marketing ad to the valet provider to be placed within vehicles (Ad must be printed and provided by sponsor)  
• Opportunity to include one small swag item to the valet provider to be placed within the vehicles (Swag items must be provided by sponsor)  
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:   
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)  
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

DECOR SPONSOR – Total investment $2,000 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Decor Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Economic Summit
• Logo included within floral arrangements placed on each table and at registration
• One table of eight for the Economic Outlook Luncheon with prominent placement in the room
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but are not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

COAT CHECK SPONSOR – Total investment $1,500 – (One Available)

• Recognition as Coat Check Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Economic Summit 
• Four (4) tickets to the Economic Outlook Luncheon 
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:   
  • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)  
    • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registration  
    • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)  
    • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website  
    • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)  

• Logo on all coat check tags that are handed to every attendee who checks a coat  
• Logo included on signage that is placed at coat check stand 
• Opportunity to provide a ¼-page marketing ad for attendees to pick up at Coat Check   

QUICK CONNECT NETWORKING CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST SPONSOR –Total investment $1,500 – One Sold: MSU FCU

• Recognition as Continental Breakfast Sponsor during the 2025 Quick Connect networking event
• One-minute sponsor remarks at beginning of morning networking event
• Four tickets to the Economic Outlook Luncheon
• Single-color logo included on napkins placed by the breakfast station
• Logo included on signage placed around at the event
• Logo included in digital program provided to all Economic Outlook Luncheon and Quick Connect attendees
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)

BUSINESS SHOWCASE TABLE SPONSOR $500 (Twenty Available)

• One 6’ table and two chairs provided for organization to display marketing and company material during Quick Connect and during registration for Annual Economic Luncheon
• Two (2) tickets included to Economic Outlook Luncheon
• Logo included on Traverse Connect event page highlighting which organizations will be represented at tables

Held three times annually, our Cocktails & Connections meetups are an opportunity for businesses within the Grand Traverse Region to get plugged into a network, meet new people, and learn about becoming engaged with current and future members in a social environment. Each event draws 50 – 120 attendees from all types of businesses within the Grand Traverse Region. The Presenting Sponsor is responsible for providing alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, separate from their sponsorship. Food is optional, but not required.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment per each session $2,500 – (Three Available, one per event)

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for one of the Cocktails & Connections
• Sponsors logo with hyperlink to company page on event page.
• 1 Month of a scrolling banner ad on the event page
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Opportunity to place company swag and promotional material out during event
• Opportunity to provide brief (1-2 minutes) opening remarks during event

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Total investment for the year $3,000 – (One Available, Six events total) 

• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor for one of the Coffee Connections 
• Sponsors logo with hyperlink to company page on event page
• Opportunity to provide brief (1-2 minutes) opening remarks during all coffee connections (six)
• Opportunity to provide give away and keep business cards at every event (give away provided by sponsor) 
• Recognition in digital and print publications including, but not limited to:
  • • • The Connection: Promoted in the Traverse Connect weekly newsletter (9,000 + subscribers)
      • Email: Logo on invitation and confirmation emails sent to each event registrant
      • Media: Promoted as sponsor in all earned and purchased media related to the event (may include print, radio, television, and direct mail)
      • Website: Logo on Traverse Connect website
      • Social Media: Recognition across Traverse Connect social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Opportunity to place company swag and promotional material out during event