Sponsor Benefits

Reach an extremely fast-growing sector - women-owned businesses
One-third of all privately held firms in the Seattle-Bellevue-Everett area are women-owned. From 1997 to 2002, the number of women-owned employer firms grew at three times the rate of all employer firms. As the Puget Sound's leading organization for women business owners, WBO reaches women entrepreneurs through its monthly communications and luncheon programs and the prestigious Nellie Cashman annual award.

We invite sponsors to participate in an extremely fast-growing segment of our economy. Through partnering with WBO your company can help women keep their businesses growing and thriving. With WBO, your company can tap into this dynamic market.

Sponsorship contact: Kathy Sparkman, Sponsorships Chair, at (206) 388-1665 or by email at k.sparkman@seattlefoundation.org.

Download:
Luncheon Sponsorship (PDF, 40 KB)
Key Facts about Women Business Owners and their Enterprises (PDF, 121 KB)

Sponsor Benefits
Membership Benefits: Complimentary memberships and access to all member activities.
Publicity: Recognition and company materials at WBO events.
Nellie Cashman Award Gala Dinner: Recognition in advertisements, PR and marketing materials; complimentary dinner tickets.
Luncheon: Recognition and company materials displayed at luncheons.
Web Site: Sponsor profile or listing as WBO sponsor.

Sponsorship opportunities
 Silver Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Strategic Partner
Luncheon Sponsor

Silver Sponsor
Investment $2,500 annually

Nellie Cashman Awards Advertising and Publicity:

• Name in WBO Media Partner ads promoting awards.
• Name in post-award WBO Media Partner coverage.
• Listing on Nellie Cashman Sponsor page on WBO website.
• Emcee recognition.
• Name on event invitations
• 1/4 page ad and Company Name in printed Nellie event program.
• Silver Sponsor signage PowerPoint presentation.
• Company materials at sponsors' table
• One invitation to the Candidates' Breakfast.
• One invitation to the Finalists’ Luncheon.
• Two tickets to the VIP Reception.
• Two Nellie Gala dinner tickets.

 

WBO Annual Benefits:

• Company materials at sponsors' table at monthly luncheon.
• Podium recognition of company at monthly luncheon.
• Listing on WBO Website Sponsors page.
• Sponsor profile page on WBO website with company logo and website link.
• One WBO annual membership to designated individual within the company.
• One listing for designated individual in the WBO online membership directory.
• One-time free use of the WBO membership mailing list.
• All other benefits of an Established Business Owner Member.

Sponsorship opportunities

Gold Sponsor
Investment $5,000 annually

Includes Silver Sponsor benefits plus:

Nellie Cashman Awards Advertising and Publicity:

• 1/2 page ad and Company Name in printed Nellie event program.
• Company materials provided in Nellie Swag Bags.
• Gold Sponsor signage in PowerPoint presentation
• Two invitations to the Candidates' Breakfast.
• Two tickets to the VIP Reception and capacity to purchase one additional for $75.
• Three Nellie Gala dinner tickets

WBO Annual Benefits:

• Two WBO annual memberships to designated individuals within the company with listings in Membership Directory.

Sponsorship opportunities

Platinum Sponsor
Investment $10,000 annually

Includes all Gold Sponsor benefits plus:

Nellie Cashman Awards Advertising and Publicity:

• Name and Logo on event invitations.
• Name and Logo in WBO Media Partner ads promoting awards.
• Name and Logo in post-award WBO Media Partner coverage.
• 1/2 page ad, logo & 100 word profile in printed Nellie event program.
• Prominent Logo signage at event.
• Platinum Sponsor signage in PowerPoint Presentation.
• 3-minute presentation at Candidates' Breakfast
• Three invitations to the Candidates' Breakfast.
• Three tickets to the VIP Reception and capacity to purchase two additional for $75 each.
• Five Nellie Gala dinner tickets.

WBO Annual Benefits:

• One Luncheon Sponsorship – 3 minute podium presentation, signage, and company materials at attendees seats.
• Three WBO annual memberships to designated individuals within the company with listings in Membership Directory.

Sponsorship opportunities

Strategic Partner
Investment $20,000 annually

Includes all Platinum Sponsor benefits plus:

Exclusivity:

• WBO offers Strategic Partners exclusive sponsorship rights within their industry sectors.
• Flexibility to collaborate with WBO on other sponsorship & recognition opportunities.
• Award of recognition

Organizational Visibility and Recognition:

• Prominent display of logo at WBO events and on WBO PR and marketing materials.

Nellie Cashman Awards Advertising and Publicity:

• Name and Logo in WBO Media Partner ads promoting awards.
• 1/2-page ad, Name and Logo in post-award WBO Media Partner coverage.
• Prominent display and special recognition at gala.
• Emcee recognition and 3-minute podium presentation at the Nellie Gala.
• Strategic Partner Sponsor signage in PowerPoint presentation.
• Full page ad, logo & 100 word profile in printed Nellie event program.
• 3-minute presentation at Candidates' Breakfast.
• Four invitations to the Candidates' Breakfast.
• Two invitations to the Finalists' Luncheon.
• Five tickets to the VIP Reception and capacity to purchase five additional for $75 each.
• Table of 10 with signage

WBO Annual Benefits:

• Corporate banner displayed at monthly luncheons if provided.
• Company marketing offers may be posted on luncheon meeting tables in stand-up table-tent fashion.
• Company materials at seats.
• Prominent WBO Website home page display of company logo.
• Four WBO annual memberships to designated individuals within the company with listings in Membership Directory.

Sponsorship opportunities

Luncheon Sponsors
Investment $500

Benefits:

• 3-Minute Podium Presentation: Introduced by WBO president to the podium for a 3-minute presentation.
• Luncheon Publicity: Prominent display of signage at luncheon; logo on postcard announcement; recognition in e-mail announcement; display company materials at seats and on sponsors' table.
• Web Site: Logo and 100-word write-up on WBO Web site.
• WBO Mailing List: One-time use of membership mailing list; copy of list of luncheon attendees.

Sponsorship opportunities

For more information or to become a sponsor, contact Karin Blakley, Sponsorship Chair, at (425) 455-4020 or by email at kfblakley@wradvisors.com.