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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Sponsor a Signature Event
Several opportunities occur each year for members to take center stage and sponsor one of the premier events in the Greater West Chester community. Market to Thousands! Sponsor one of the Chamber’s Signature Events and receive recognition of your company’s name in promotional materials, event programs and on-site banner in addition to premium seating, industry exclusivity, and speaking opportunities. Sponsorships are available for businesses of all size. Contact the Chamber for more details.
Signature Events include:
- Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic
- QVC West Chester Christmas Parade
- Gallery Walk (Spring & Autumn)
- Education Foundation Scholarship Luncheon
- Quest for the Chamber Cup Annual Golf Outing
- Annual Banquet
- 10 Grand Club
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Sponsor a Panel Discussion
Panel Discussions with lunch begin at 11:45am and are held at various locations throughout West Chester. Meetings feature speakers or programs and cover an array of business related topics. Open to members, guests and the community at large.
Sponsorship Investment: $350 (average attendance 25-50 people)
- Deliver a five-minute presentation highlighting your company’s products or services
- Business name and logo will appear in all promotional material and on website
- Display your brochures and giveaways during the event
- Provide giveaways at the event
- Receive 2 free tickets to the event
- Receive a list of event attendees for follow-up
- Increase awareness throughout Greater West Chester’s business community
NETWORKING EVENTS
Host a Business Card Exchange or Coffee Connection
Host an after-hours BCE 5:30pm–7:30pm or before-hours CC 7:30am–9am networking event. Partner with fellow Chamber member businesses to cultivate themed events in order to increase attendance and better engage networkers (i.e., “Health Fair” hosted by healthcare service providers). Innovative ideas welcome.
Sponsorship Investment:
- (BCE) $200 Host Fee: Supply beer, wine, water, soda and light hors d’oeuvres (average attendance 25-75 people)
- (CC) $200 Host Fee: Supply coffee, tea, bagels, pastries, fruit and donuts (average attendance 20-30 people)
- Promote your products and services
- Cultivate prospective clients and customers
- Increase awareness throughout Greater West Chester’s business community
Space is limited for BCE and CC scheduling. Please contact bethany@gwcc.org for information on availability.
ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
1. Chamber Chatter bi-monthly publication
Market your brand, name, image and logo to over 17,000 readers throughout Chester County in this bi-monthly newsletter providing news & information along with the happenings of the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.
Ad size and pricing as follows (10% discount on 6-month run; 20% discount on full annual run)
| AD SIZE | 1 ISSUE | 3 ISSUES | 6 ISSUES |
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$300 | $810 | $1,440 |
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$330 | $890 | $1,584 |
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$380 | $1,026 | $1,824 |
2. Resource Guide/Membership Directory
Our Membership Directory is printed annually and is delivered to every member business, sent home with every student in the West Chester Area School District (11,600 students), and shared with local businesses and visitors. As a member, your business receives a complimentary listing plus the opportunity to advertise.
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$1995 |
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$1495 |
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$895 |
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$495 |
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$295 |
Highlight your directory listing and add a tagline for $100
3. eNewsletter Weekly Emailing – Sidebar Ad
Each week the Chamber sends out an email to its members highlighting upcoming events and programs. Advertise your business with a sidebar ad on this emailing linking to your company’s online presence.
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$100/month |
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$75/month |
| Ad size specifications: 160px wide x 275px tall. File format: JPG preferred. |
4. Chamber’s website – Web Banner
Advertise your business with a web banner on the Chamber’s website linking to your company’s online presence.
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$150 |
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$405 |
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$720 |
| Ad size specifications: 300px wide x 200px tall. File format: JPG preferred. |
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