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Sponsorships and EventsSponsorship rates, events calendar and event descriptions for 2014
Events calendar ................................. 2
Sponsorship cost chart ..................... 3
Sponsorship benefits ........................ 4
Annual Industry Outlook .................. 17
Executive of the Year Award .............18
40 Under 40 Awards ........................19
Best Real Estate Awards ..................20
Women in Business Awards ..............21
Eureka! Awards ................................ 22
Diversity in Business Awards ........... 23
Best Places to Work ........................ 24
Titans of Technology Awards ........... 25
Fast 50 ............................................. 26
CFO of the Year Awards ................... 27
MSPBJ Honors ................................. 28
Questions? Contact us .................... 29
Questions? Contact [email protected]
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2014 Events Calendar
Annual Industry OutlookTuesday, January 21 7:15am – 9:30am Minneapolis Hilton
Executive of the YearThursday, February 13 5:30pm – 8:30pm The Depot
40 Under 40Wednesday, March 19 5:30pm – 7:30pm Muse
Mentoring MondayMonday, April 7 7:00am – 9:00am TBD venue
Best in Real EstateThursday, April 17 5:30pm – 8:30pm Aria
Women in BusinessThursday, May 29 11:00am – 1:30pm Minneapolis Hilton
Eureka!Thursday, June 12 5:30pm – 7:30pm Nicollet Island Pavilion
Diversity in BusinessThursday, July 17 5:30pm – 7:30pm Venue TBD
Best Places to WorkThursday, August 14 3:30pm – 5:30pm Venue TBD
Titans of TechnologyThursday, September 25 11:30am – 1:30pm Minneapolis Hilton
Fast 50Thursday, October 23 5:30pm – 8:00pm Muse
CFO of the YearThursday, November 13 11:30am – 1:30pm Minneapolis Hyatt
MSPBJ HonorsDecember 2014 Xcel Energy Center
Find more information at mspbj.com/event
NOMINATE SOMEONE
Submit a nomination for one of our 2014 programs atmspbj.com/nomination
BUILD YOUR OWN EVENT
Seminars & Panels» Do you have a topic or information
you want to present? Ask how youcan create a seminar to fit your business needs.
Did you know the Minneapolis/St. PaulBusiness Journal hosts many seminars and panel discussions throughout the year? Have you attended one? If so, youknow what a great resource they are forgetting and giving valuable information to the local business community.
Ask your account executive for full seminardetails »
HELPFUL HINTRegistration for each event opens at least 6 weeks prior and closes 1 week before the event. http://www.mspbj.com/event »
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2014 Event Sponsorship Cost
Sponsorship
Annual Industry Outlook
Executive of the Year 40 Under 40
Best in Real Estate
Women in Business Eureka!
Diversity in Business
Best Places to Work
Titans of Technology Fast 50
CFO of the Year
MSPBJ Honors
Presenting Sponsorship $25,000Details page 17
$25,000Details page 18
$16,500Details page 19
$25,000Details page 20
$25,000Details page 21
$25,000Details page 22
$25,000Details page 23
$20,000Details page 24
$25,000Details page 25
$25,000Details page 26
$30,000Details page 27
$20,000Details page 28
Platinum Sponsorship $10,000Half page ad
$18,000Half page ad
$10,000Half page ad
$18,000Full page ad
$18,000Full page ad
$18,000Full page ad
$12,000Half page ad
NA $18,000Full page ad
$18,000Full page ad
$18,000Full page ad
$10,000Details page 28
Gold Sponsorship NA $12,000 NA $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $8,500 NA $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 NA
Silver Sponsorship $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $2,500
Centerpiece Sponsorship $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000
Signature Cocktail Sponsorship NA $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 NA $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 NA $5,000 NA $5,000
Dessert Sponsorship NA $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000
VIP Honoree Lounge or Table Sponsorship NA NA NA
$3,500Limited
availabilityNA $3,500 NA
$1,500Includes
directory adNA
$3,500Limited
availabilityNA NA
Gift Bag Sponsorship $2,500 NA $2,500 NA $2,500 $2,500 $2,500 NA $2,500 NA $2,500 $2,500
Display Table Sponsorship $500 NA NA NA $500 NA NA NA $500 NA NA NA
Gift Bag Item Sponsorship $500 NA $500 NA $500 NA $500 NA NA NA $500 $500
Subscription Sponsorship $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500
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Presenting Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Industry exclusivity for the entire awards program with the exception of the table
sponsorships
» Ten tickets to the event (if seating is available, table of 10 will be placed with premium seating)
» Display table at event with the exclusive opportunity to network and promote your company’s products or services to attendees
» 4-color print advertisement in the special section of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal published the week of the event
» Online Special section sponsorship
» Sponsor profile in the special section of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal published the week of the event
» Logo on the awards
» Top level company executive on stage to assist with awards presentation (when applicable) including introduction by publisher and brief speaking time
» Logo on all promotional collateral (promotional collateral is defined as: invitation, advertisements - printed and digital, registration website, and event signage).
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Electronic Attendee List (excluding email addresses)
» Post event report with a statistical analysis of the event
» Opportunity to meet with the Director of Advertising and Publisher to review alternatives to standard benefits listed
» Ten gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents.
INVESTMENT
Please see individual eventflyers for details.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
YOU GET AN AD
All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at http://bizj.us/tw8ed »
Advertisements for special sections are due Friday, 2 weeks prior to publication.
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Platinum Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Industry exclusivity for the entire awards program with the exception of the table
sponsorships
» Ten tickets to the event (if seating is available, table of 10 will be placed with premium seating)
» Display table at event with the exclusive opportunity to network and promote your company’s products or services to attendees
» 4-color print advertisement in the special section of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal published the week of the event
» Sponsor profile in the special section of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal published the week of the event
» Logo on the awards
» Top level company executive on stage to assist with awards presentation (when applicable)
» Logo on all promotional collateral (promotional collateral is defined as: invitation, advertisements - printed and digital, registration website, and event signage).
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Electronic Attendee List (excluding email addresses)
» Post event report with a statistical analysis of the event
» Opportunity to meet with the Director of Advertising and Publisher to review alternatives to standard benefits listed
» Ten gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents, except Best Places to Work.
INVESTMENT
Please see individual eventflyers for details.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
YOU GET AN AD
All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at http://bizj.us/tw8ed »
Advertisements for special sections are due Friday, 2 weeks prior to publication.
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Gold Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Industry exclusivity for the entire awards program with the exception of the table
sponsorships
» Ten tickets to the event (if seating is available, table of 10 will be placed with premium seating)
» Display table at event with the exclusive opportunity to network and promote your company’s products or services to attendees
» Sponsor profile in the special section of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal published the week of the event
» Logo on the awards
» Top level company executive on stage to assist with awards presentation (when applicable)
» Logo on all promotional collateral (promotional collateral is defined as: invitation, advertisements - printed and digital, registration website, and event signage).
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Electronic Attendee List (excluding email addresses)
» Post event report with a statistical analysis of the event
» Opportunity to meet with the Director of Advertising and Publisher to review alternatives to standard benefits listed
» Ten gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents, except Annual Industry Outlook, 40 Under40, Best Places to Work & MSPBJ Honors.
INVESTMENT
Please see individual eventflyers for details.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Silver Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Four tickets to the event
» Display table at event with the exclusive opportunity to network and promote your company’s products or services to attendees
» Logo on all promotional collateral (promotional collateral is defined as: invitation, advertisements - printed and digital, registration website, and event signage).
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Post event report with a statistical analysis of the event
» Two gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $5,000.With the exception of the MSPBJ Honorswhich is $2,500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Centerpiece Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Customized centerpiece with branding- designed to reflect theme of event
» Two tickets to the event
» Logo on event PowerPoint, program, (when applicable) and signage at the event
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Two gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $5,000.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Beverage/Cocktail Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Customized beverage/cocktail named as the sponsor wishes
» Two tickets to the event
» Logo on event PowerPoint, program, (when applicable) and signage at the event
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Two gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents, except Annual Industry Outlook, Women in Business,Titans of Technology & CFO of the Year.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $5,000.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Dessert Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Customized dessert item
» Two tickets to the event
» Logo on event PowerPoint, program, (when applicable) and signage at the event
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)
» Two gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents, except Annual Industry Outlook.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $5,000.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Subscription Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Subscriptions for honorees/finalists from one of our awards programs or any
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal list (25 people)
» Company name imprinted on each recipients mailing label for 52 weeks acknowledging your generous gift
» Letter sent from MSPBJ publisher to each recipient recognizing your gift. Opportunity to include your own branded message with the letter
» Four color strip ad underneath the list sponsored or other available list
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $3,500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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VIP Honoree Lounge or Table Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Lounge area (if applicable) including ten tickets to the event
» Bottle of Champagne at your table
» Logo on event PowerPoint, program, (when applicable) and signage at the event
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» One gift subscription to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» Quarter page color ad in special section
AVAILABILITY
This limited availabilitysponsorship is only available for Best in Real Estate &Fast 50.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $3,500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Honoree Table Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Table for 10 at the event
» Logo on event PowerPoint, program, (when applicable) and signage at the event
» Directory ad in the special section
» One gift subscription to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is onlyavailable for Best Placesto Work.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $1,500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
YOU GET AN AD
All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at http://bizj.us/tw8ed »
Advertisements for special sections are due Friday, 2 weeks prior to publication.
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Gift Bag Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Logo on gift bag to be handed out at the event
» Two tickets to the event
» Logo on event PowerPoint, program, (when applicable) and signage at the event
» Logo recognition in the “Congratulations” advertisement on the back cover of the special section
» Opportunity to submit a gift bag item
» Two gift subscriptions to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal including the Book of Lists
» First right of renewal 60 days of the event
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents, except Executive of the Year, Best in Real Estate, Best Places to Work & Fast 50.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $2,500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
WE NEED YOUR LOGO
Your logo should be sent as soon asyou sign on for the sponsorship.
Preferred file type: Vector .eps (if not available, please send .ai, .pdf, .psd or a high-resolution .jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)
Please send materials [email protected] »and copy your account executive.
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Display Booth Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Display table with optional signage and giveaways in the networking area of the event
» Two tickets to the event
» Recognition in the event presentation
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for Annual Industry Outlook, Women in Business & Titans of Technology.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
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Gift Bag Item Sponsorship
2014 Benefits: » Opportunity to include a gift in the gift bag given to event attendees
» One ticket to the event
» Recognition in the event presentation
AVAILABILITY
This sponsorship is available for all of our signatureevents, except Executive of the Year, Best in Real Estate, Best Places to Work & Fast 50.
INVESTMENT
Sponsorship cost is $500.
See all sponsorship options on page 3 »
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Annual Industry Outlook 11th Annual Project
Leaders of major companies representing key industries provide a preview of the industry economic forecast for 2014 in the Twin Cities market.
Program StructurePanelists for 2014 include leaders from banking & finance, health care, economic development, workforce solutions, commercial real estate:
Expected AttendanceThe Annual Industry Outlook breakfast draws over 350 attendees on average. Attendance is made up of C-level executives, government and city leaders as well as business decision makers from the greater metropolitan area.
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 SOLD
Includes full page color ad, online special section, panel position
($18,000 without online section)
Platinum Sponsorship$10,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
John HoffmanPrincipal Financial Group
Patricia Simmons MDMayo Clinic
Mike Langley Greater MSP
Susan ThomasRobert Half International
Collin BarrRyan Cos. US Inc.
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Executive of the Year Award38th Annual Project
Each year the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal honors a dynamic and esteemed CEO in the Twin Cities. The CEO chosen has a track record of business success, outstanding contributions to a Minnesota company, their industry and the Twin Cities community. This honor is the capstone of a successful career. Align your company with success and invest in the Executive of the Year event sponsorship.
Program StructureHonoree is selected by the MSPBJ editorial team Nominations open each September for the following years Executive of the Year.
Expected AttendanceThe Executive of the Year awards dinner draws over 500 attendees on average. Attendance is made up of colleagues, friends and family of the honoree as well as C-Suite executives and business leaders looking to network with this influential audience.
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 Available Includes half page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
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40 Under 40 Awards16th Annual Project
The winners represent 40 leaders under the age of forty who demonstrate business acumen, leadership skills and community involvement. This is the most sought after recognition in the Twin Cities. Position your company as a strong supporter of the business minds of the future by sponsoring this exclusive opportunity.
Program StructureHonorees are chosen from a public pool of 350-400 candidates by the MSPBJ editorial team. Nominations open in December of the prior year for recognition in March.
Expected AttendanceFor the first time in 2014 the 40 under 40 cocktail awards reception will be open to the public. Attendees are expected to be honorees, alumni and coworkers, friends and family of the honorees.
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platinum sponsor
presenting sponsor
gold sponsor
Presenting Sponsorship$16,500 SOLD Includes half page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$10,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
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Best in Real Estate Awards16th Annual Project
A Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal annual highly anticipated awards celebration that recognizes real estate projects and transactions of greatsignificance. A lifetime achievement individual is also recognized at this event.
Program StructureFinalists are chosen from a public pool of nominations. Finalists are selected by a panel of judges and MSPBJ editorial team. Winners in each category as well as a career achievement honoree are recognized at the awards dinner. Nominations open each December for the following year’s project.
Expected AttendanceThe Best in Real Estate awards dinner is a pillar event in the real estate industry and regularly draws over 400 attendees. All parties involved in projects being honored such as developers, brokers, law firms and architects attend.
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Honoring the Twin Cities’ best real estate projects and people
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Ryan Cos. Tony Barranco (left) and Mark Schoening, and Chris Culp of The Excelsior Group are leading the development of 222 Hennepin, this year’s Best Overall honoree | page A12
Lifetime Achievement honoree Peggy Lucas | page A20
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 Available Includes half page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
Honoree VIP Lounge$3,500 Available
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Women in Business Awards17th Annual Project
Join the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal in honoring the greater metropolitan areas cutting edge women in this special section. 51 women will be recognized for their leadership skills, drive and contributions to the broader Twin Cities community.
Program StructureHonorees are selected from a public pool of nominations and chosen by the MSPBJ editorial team. The project will honor women, including industry-leading executives, entrepreneurs and business owners. Nominations open in February for the May project.
Expected AttendanceThe women in Business awards luncheon draws close to 1000 attendees each year. The room is filled with honorees, their friends, family and coworkers as well as business leaders from the greater metropolitan area.
2013 Career Achievement HonoreeMargaret Perryman, CEO, Gillette Children’s Hospital
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 Available Includes full page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
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Eureka! Awards (NEW for 2014)
The Minneapolis/St Paul Business Journal is launching Eureka Awards to recognize creativity, innovation and progress in business as well as education, arts, healthcare, restaurants and retail.
Program StructureHonorees will be chosen from a public pool of nominations and chosen by the MSPBJ editorial team. Nominations will open in January for this exciting new project.
Expected AttendanceIn its first year, the Eureka! Awards is expected to draw over 350 attendees. Event attendees will be comprised of nominated companies and people as well as industry and business leaders looking to network with an executive audience.
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 Available Includes full page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
Honoree VIP Package$3,500 Available
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Diversity in Business Awards15th Annual Project
This Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal project honors Twin Cities’ business owners and executives in leadership positions from the ethnic minority, GLBT, veteran and disabled communities. The individuals will be honored at a cocktail awards reception.
Program StructureHonorees are selected from a public pool of nominations and chosen by the MSPBJ editorial team. The project will profile honorees — standout business leaders from the ethnic minority, GLBT, disabled and veteran communities. We will honor business owners, executives and other leaders with high levels of responsibility. Nominations open each March for the July project.
Expected AttendanceDiversity in Business Awards reception draws 250 attendees on average. Honorees, alumni, business and community leaders attend to celebrate the winners.
SPECIAL SECTION JULY 2013
Platinum sponsors
Gold sponsors
Sylvia Bartley
Thompson Aderinkomi
Jerry Crow
Tom DeGree & Dean Schlaak
Derek Dorr
Andy Huynh
Daniel Duty
Roberta Kehne
Lica Tomizuka
Janeé Harteau
Peter Reyes
Tashitaa Tufaa
Alan Duff
Rita Johnson-Mills
Chris Garcia
Joseph Nayquonabe Jr.
Steve Humerickhouse
JOYCE TRUONG & WILLIAM XIONG
FEATURING 21 HONOREES
INCLUDINGJOYCE TRUONG &
WILLIAM XIONGPresenting Sponsorship
$25,000 SOLDIncludes half page color ad,
online special section, pre-event reception
Platinum Sponsorship$12,000 Available Includes half page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$8,500 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
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Best Places to Work15th Annual Project
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal event celebrates the companies selected as a Best Place to Work. The publication gives insight on what makes these companies great - from their employees’ perspectives. It also offers insight about attracting and retaining qualified employees. Celebrate with the Twin Cities’ top companies as a sponsor of this event.
Program StructureHonorees for this program are determined based on a quantitative survey administered by the third party company, Quantum Workplace. Each year we receive over 250 nominations. Employees are asked to rank their companies based on various items including trust in senior leadership, team effectiveness, communication and work-life balance. Companies are ranked in three categories by number of employees.
Expected AttendanceBest Places to work is a private event for honoree companies and sponsors exclusively. This event typically draws over 550 attendees. Honorees do not know where they rank in their category until it is announced at the cocktail reception.
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WORK HARDPLAY HARD
Presenting Sponsorship$20,000 Available Includes half page color ad,
online special section
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
Honoree VIP Table$1,500 Available Includes directory ad
in special section
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Titans of Technology Awards (NEW for 2014)
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal will honor leaders and companies in technology in roles such as CEO, CIO, Investment, Community Hero, Inventors and more. A career achievement award winner will also be honored.
Program StructureHonorees will be chosen from a public pool of nominations and determined by a panel of judges from various industries in addition to MSPBJ editorial team. Nominations will open in May for the September project.
Expected AttendanceIn its first year the Titans of Technology awards luncheon is expected to draw over 300 attendees. Event attendees will be made up of honorees, their companies as well as business leaders looking to network with an executive audience.
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 SOLD Includes full page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes full page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
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The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal honors the Fastest-growing Private Companies in the Twin Cities. This exclusive event is invitation only for winning companies and sponsors. Winners do not know where in the Fast 50 they are ranked until they are announced at the event.
Program StructureFast 50 companies will be selected based on their revenue growth. To be eligible for the Fast 50, companies must meet the following criteria: Be an independently owned, privately held company, be part of our geographic area of coverage, have year over year revenue growth for each of the last three completed fiscal years. Nominations open in July for the October project.
Expected Attendance The fast 50 cocktail awards reception is a private event for honorees and spon-sors exclusively. Average attendance is over 350 and is comprised of all levels of employees at each of the winning companies.
Fast 5015th Annual Project
PRESENTING SPONSOR GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSOR
M I N N E S O T AGOPH E R S P O R T S P R O P E R T I E S
SPECIAL SECTION | OCTOBER 2013
GROWING FAST IS A
WILDRIDE
Find out how the Twin Cities’
fastest-growing companies manage it.
Presenting Sponsorship$25,000 Available Includes full page color ad,
online special section
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes full page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
Honoree VIP Lounge$3,500 Available
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CFO of the Year Awards8th Annual Project
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal is proud to honor the top CFOs in the Twin Cities for their outstanding performance as corporate financial stewards. Finalists and winners will be recognized at an awards luncheon in November.
Program Structure Honorees are chosen from a pool of public nominations by a panel of judges from ACG, FEI and MSPBJ editorial team. The awards will are presented in nine catego-ries: Public Company CFO, Large Private Company CFO, Medium Private Company CFO, Small Private Company CFO, Community Service, Nonprofit Organization CFO - Civic/Cultural/Educational, Nonprofit Organization CFO - Health Care and Career Achievement. Nominations open in June for the November project. Nominations open in June for the November project.
Expected Attendance The CFO of the Year awards draws an average of 500 attendees. Attendance is made up of executives representing the organizations of honorees. Additionally top level executives, professional service firms and other key leaders from the greater metropolitan area are in attendance.
Presenting Sponsorship$30,000 Available
Includes full page color ad, online special section
($25,000 without online section)
Platinum Sponsorship$18,000 Available Includes full page color ad
Gold Sponsorship$12,000 Available
Silver Sponsorship$5,000 Available
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MSPBJ Honors
Join the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as we commemorate award recipients in our “MSPBJ Honors” for 2013. We will celebrate those companies and individuals recognized at our 2013 awards programs. The award programs included are: Executive of the Year, 40 under 40, Best in Real Estate, Women in Business, Eureka!, Diversity in Business, Best Places to Work, Titans of Technology, Fast 50 and CFO of the Year. This is a private reception, open only to honorees and sponsors.
Expected AttendanceThe MSPBJ honors attracts 150 attendees in its first year, expected attendance for 2014 is over 200. Attendees are honorees from all signature projects for 2014.
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Honoring the Twin Cities’ best real estate projects and people
Ryan Cos. Tony Barranco (left) and Mark Schoening, and Chris Culp of The Excelsior Group are leading the development of 222 Hennepin, this year’s Best Overall honoree | page A12
Lifetime Achievement honoree Peggy Lucas | page A20
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P L A T I N U M
WORK HARDPLAY HARD
SPECIAL SECTION JULY 2013
Sylvia Bartley
Thompson Aderinkomi
Jerry Crow
Tom DeGree & Dean Schlaak
Derek Dorr
Andy Huynh
Daniel Duty
Roberta Kehne
Janeé Harteau
Peter Reyes
Alan Duff
Rita Johnson-Mills
Chris Garcia
Joseph Nayquonabe Jr.
Steve Humerickhouse
FEATURING 21 HONOREES
INCLUDINGJOYCE TRUONG &
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PRESENTING SPONSOR GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSOR
M I N N E S O T AGOPH E R S P O R T S P R O P E R T I E S
SPECIAL SECTION | OCTOBER 2013
GROWING FAST IS A
WILDRIDE
Find out how the Twin Cities’
fastest-growing companies manage it.
Presenting Sponsorship$20,000 Available Includes die cut chapter tab in the
honors section of the Book of Lists
Platinum Sponsorship$10,000 Available Includes full page color ad in the
Book of List MSPBJ Honors section
Silver Sponsorship$2,500 Available
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Questions?
We are happy to answer any questions you have about the information in this packet. If you do not have an assigned Account Executive, please use the contact information below. Happy Sponsoring!
Sponsorship InquiriesKathy RobideauDirector of [email protected]
Event InquiriesNicole DrennanEvents [email protected]
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