The Young Professionals Network Northern Territory Division (YPN – NT) is excited to invite you and
your organisation to become an official sponsor for 2015.
YPN – NT is a knowledge sharing network that provides opportunities for young and ‘young at heart’
Territorians to meet, exchange ideas and enhance their career. YPN – NT offers opportunities to
young professionals to connect while furthering their careers through professional development and
networking events. YPN-NT is often the first ‘port of call’ for young professionals new to the
Northern Territory (NT), and is just as popular with locals who are keen to expand their reach and
networks.
YPN – NT is a valuable tool in connecting young professionals to likeminded government and
business leaders, locally, nationally and internationally. As the only multi-industry networking group
local to the NT, having a presence at our events increases the awareness of your brand to an
influential and engaged audience – our members.
Our team has developed tailored sponsorship opportunities available for the 2015 calendar year
(one year from sponsorship commencement), offering a four-tiered program that sees your business
as an official sponsor of YPN – NT.
Platinum Sponsor (only 1 available) - $5,000
Gold Sponsor (3 available) - $2,000
Silver Sponsor - $1,000
Bronze Sponsor - $500
Your generous sponsorship would be highlighted as described in the following packages and you and
any other representatives of your organisation would be most welcome to attend our events so that
we could thank you personally for your support.
We look forward to working collaboratively with your team to develop a mutually beneficial
sponsorship of our Network and welcome your feedback to our proposal.
Thank you for your support of the Young Professionals Network NT.
Yours Sincerely,
Sonia Mu
President
CONTENTS
Cover Letter 2
Contents Page 3
What is the Young Professionals Network? 4
History 4
Community Goals & Initiatives 5
2014 Event Highlights 6
Membership Base Statistics 8
Sponsorship Opportunities 9
Why Sponsor? 9
Sponsorship Packages 11
Upcoming Events for 2015 12
Contact 12
APPENDIX
Sponsorship Registration Form 13
In-Kind Sponsorship Registration Form 14
Event Partnership Registration Form 15
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WHAT IS THE YOUNG
PROFESSIONALS NETWORK?
The Young Professionals Network Northern
Territory (YPN – NT) is a knowledge-sharing
network that provides a forum for young
professionals in the Territory to meet,
exchange their ideas and enhance their career.
Through our events, YPN – NT enables young
professionals to network across a broad range
of professions and industries, access
professional development opportunities and
make connections with business and
community leaders in the NT. YPN – NT is a
sub-committee of the Institute of Public
Administration Australia NT Division.
HISTORY WHAT IS THE YOUNG
PROFESSIONALS
The Northern Territory’s Young Professionals
Network division was officially launched in July
2005 by the Honourable Paul Henderson. Its
formulation has been the result of a
recognised need for a networking association
provided for young professionals within the
Northern Territory. Since its inception YPN –
NT has continued to develop its broad
membership base, providing career enhancing
opportunities to our young professional
members.
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COMMUNITY GOALS & INITIATIVES
Since the Young Professionals Network was re-established in November 2013, our organisation has
played an active role in improving the careers of young professionals across the NT. This year YPN is
committed to supporting the Rejoice and Salvation in Trinity Services Orphanage in Nepal, to
improve the quality of care, education and life opportunities of Nepalese children. YPN believes that
we can reduce the number of Nepalese orphans living in poverty and save those at risk of
exploitation through our continuous support and donation.
Our mission is to provide a loving and supportive home, to create better life opportunities and to
break the cycle of poverty by providing in the areas of:
Education – paying for school books, excursions fees and school fees
Food – providing daily nutritious food to enable children to focus on learning
Clothing – includes school uniforms and basic clothing
Medical – includes doctor visits, vaccinations and medications
Training – skill based technical training and to provide the necessary tools for children to be
self-reliant in the outside world
Community – to assist in rural farming projects and initiatives
At a local level, YPN supports Foodbank NT, a not for profit organisation with a mission to eliminate
hunger in our community. FoodBank NT is the largest hunger relief organisation in the Northern
Territory and this year YPN will aim to donate over 2,000 cans and non-perishable items to their
cause through our ongoing food drives at our events throughout the year.
We also welcome the opportunity for sponsors to contribute and assist in YPN’s community
initiatives and recommend areas where we can work together to make a difference to the NT
community.
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“The Young Professionals Network has provided me with incredible opportunities for developing
business skills, establishing networks, and growing friendships. I can confidently say that the events
hosted by YPN have provided me with a productive approach for meeting new clients and contacts.”
Fabio Lee-Serra
WILS Cadet Scholarship Recipient, Department of Education
Charles Darwin University
2014 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
YPN FRIDAYS
YPN WEALTH CREATION & INVESTMENT SEMINAR
YPN OCTOBER BUSINESS MONTH SPEED NETWORKING
The Young Professionals Network created “YPN
Fridays” to be a regular platform for young
professionals in the NT to meet new people and
network in a social setting. Since its launch, YPN
Fridays has seen huge success in bringing together
young professionals to interact, exchange ideas and
engage with business leaders in the NT. Our YPN
Fridays events are free and attract an average of 80
people at each event.
In March 2014, YPN partnered with ANZ Bank to host a
Wealth Creation and Investment Seminar at the Hilton
Hotel. Over 70 young professionals attended the event
with special guest speakers from ANZ and Damien
Moriarty (Killarney Homes). The event was very
successful and provided attendees with the tools and
tips to managing their wealth.
During October Business Month, YPN hosted a Speed
Networking Event held at Char Restaurant. Over 50
young professionals, local business owners and
business leaders attended the event. Attendees were
able to interact, meet and promote themselves
throughout the night. YPN received great feedback
from attendees who said “it was a great event to
quickly develop new contacts” and that they “really
enjoyed it and made new friends”.
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YPN SUNSET HARBOUR CRUISE
YPN&YEA ARABIAN NIGHTS BALL
In July, YPN kicked off the start of the dry season with
a Sunset Harbour Cruise with Darwin Harbour Cruises.
The event saw 60 young professionals network,
interact and enjoy the NT’s infamous sunset on the
water.
The Young Professionals partnered with Young
Engineers Australia – NT Division to present our
Arabian Nights Ball. With 200 young professionals,
students and business leaders in attendance, the
opportunities to network, interact and enjoy the night
were limitless. Belly dancers, fire twirlers and a photo
booth were some of the entertainment for the night.
Photos from this event have amazingly reached 5,000+
views as everyone remembers the Arabian Nights Ball
as a great and fun night.
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“One thing I enjoy about YPN is being able to talk to people who are at the same professional level
as me in life. Being a member of YPN has expanded my networks and also improved my confidence. I
would recommend YPN to all young professional as there is so much to gain.”
Shalene Steenson
Business Advisor
Hayes Knight NT
YPN MEMBERSHIP BASE STATISTICS
Accounting13% Adminstration
7%
Banking & Insurance
5%
Economics4%
Engineering13%
Finance3%Health
4%
Human Resources
4%
Law15%
Other13%
Project Management
6%
Property7%
Public Relations &
Media6%
YPN Member Industry Demographic
Not-for-Profit4%
Private45%
Public48%
Student3%
YPN Member Sector Demographic
YPN – NT provides a forum for young
professionals in the Northern Territory to
network across a broad range of industries
and professions. Our member demographic
consists of a wide range of professions within
the Northern Territory which we strive to
maintain to enhance our goal of bringing
together like minded individuals to meet,
network and share their experiences and
knowledge.
Our YPN members are next generation
leaders and innovators of the NT. Our
members are aged between 18 and 35 and
work across a variety of industries in a range
of professions. Members are enhancing
their careers in the private and public
sectors, large and small business chapters
and not-for-profit organisations.
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
YPN – NT provides ideal sponsorship opportunities for organisations with a focus across all
professional industries and interest groups. Exposure at YPN – NT events and a close association
with YPN – NT, represents a truly unique opportunity to increase brand awareness, as well as
promote and profile your organisation to the young professionals and future leaders of the Northern
Territory.
YPN – NT would be happy to discuss any sponsorship opportunities that will benefit your
organisation and our members.
There are several ways of providing support or sponsorship to YPN – NT in 2015:
Financial Sponsorship
This enables YPN – NT to finance our 2015 events and ensure we are able to offer and host these
events for our members and the NT community.
Value Added Sponsorship
YPN – NT are committed to creating value for our members and also supporting local businesses in
the Territory. To facilitate this goal, YPN – NT would like to create a relationship with your
organisation to promote your brand and add value to YPN membership by offering YPN members
deals and discounts on your products and/or services.
In-Kind Sponsorship
Receiving goodies at events is always one of the highlights of an event for attendees but also a cost
effective way to get your brand name known and recognised. YPN – NT would like to provide your
organisation an opportunity to provide items that will enhance attendee’s experience at YPN – NT
events. Some examples include notepads and pens.
Event Partnership
Partner with YPN – NT and provide presenters, venue and catering for events that will not only
benefit your organisation but also our members and associates.
Some of the sponsorship opportunities are outlined in this prospectus, but we would welcome any
other suggestions you may have to support the Young Professionals Network in 2015.
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"As a small business owner, I have made valuable connections with knowledgeable business people
and potential customers through attending one of YPN’s monthly events. Being a YPN member has
given me the opportunity to promote and grow my business in a short amount of time with some of
my customers having come from a contact made through one of YPN’s events."
Romal Shrestha
Restaurant Owner
Thailicious Restaurant & Bamboo Restaurant
WHY SPONSOR?
Sponsorship of YPN – NT in 2015 is a powerful way to promote your organisation to young professionals and the larger Northern Territory community. Following are key assets and drivers for sponsors: Create, Develop and Enhance Credibility
Since its establishment, YPN – NT has developed a strong and credible brand that resonates with a driven, educated, skilled and professional audience. YPN sponsors have the opportunity to closely align themselves with this brand and leverage its credibility with their own businesses.
Media Exposure
YPN – NT has their own marketing efforts to ensure
that YPN events are well attended and successful. In
sponsoring the Young Professionals Network you will
receive the benefits of being promoted and marketed
directly to our 700+ members and associates. YPN –
NT has also established close relationships with local
print media and utilise these to promote events. This
will provide your business with exposure and visibility
in the young professional market and wider NT
community.
Brand Awareness and Recognition
Logo placement in a variety of mediums such as flyers,
website, blog and email marketing campaigns will add
to increase your brand awareness. Being recognised
as a YPN – NT sponsor will communicate value and
support for young professionals in the Northern
Territory.
Highly Targeted Marketing
The members and larger community that engage with
YPN – NT are highly educated and motivated, and are
likely to rise to positions of responsibility in the
workplace that include management and strategic
decisions. Sponsors have the opportunity to present
to and engage with this sought after demographic.
Leveraged Lead Generation
The demographic that engage with YPN – NT are likely
to be people of influence now and in the future.
Therefore sponsors not only reach these people
directly, but also those who will have products and
services recommended to them in the future.
Community Involvement and Giving Back
Corporations that get involved with YPN events will be
demonstrating to attendees that they are genuinely
interested in providing support. Companies that show
generosity and support for a cause will spark more
human interest and appeal more to their target
audience.
Social Media
YPN has a strong social media presence online with an
average reach of 6,000. As a YPN – NT sponsor you
will be promoted through our social media platforms
to our 700+ followers and their social media followers.
Break into a new market or region
A majority of our young professionals members and
associates are new to Darwin and seek YPN – NT to
build contacts and develop professionally. Raising the
profile of your organisation, products and services to
this new segment can reach new customers and/or
potential clients in a cost effective way.
Sponsoring the Young Professionals Network will
allow the opportunity to:
Raise the profile of your organisation, products
and services within the professional Northern
Territory market;
Renew and strengthen current partnerships;
Establish new contacts and networks;
Link with young professionals and future
leaders and;
Associate your brand with a cutting-edge
professional network.
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2015 Young Professionals Network – Northern Territory
Sponsorship Packages Platinum Gold Silver Bronze
Price inclusive of GST $5,000 $2,000 $1,000 $500
Number available 1 only 3 available unlimited unlimited
Company logo and link on the YPN webpage
Opportunity to provide prizes for business card draw
Opportunity to participate in YPN’s mentoring program
Tickets received per event 8 5 3 1
Opportunity to contribute to YPN’s online blog
Company logo on all YPN event promotional material
Recognition of sponsor in YPN presentation slides
Banner display in venue (provided by sponsor)
Verbal recognition at events by MC
Logo recognition in YPN newsletter
Opportunity to provide exclusive promotional material at events
Opportunity to address attendees during major event(s) throughout the year
Access to major event(s) attendee list (opt-out)
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CONTACT
THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK NT
COMMITTEE
Please contact the Young Professionals
Network NT for all queries and information on
sponsorship.
Contact: Breanna Lee (Vice President)
Phone: 0418 591 009
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.youngprofessionalsnt.com
ABN: 25 568 107 030
Post: GPO Box 967, Darwin NT 0810
UPCOMING EVENTS
FOR 2015*
Be the Leader of Your
Team Workshop
How to Stand out from the
Crowd in Darwin’s Job
Market Seminar
Meet CEO Alex Malley
“The Naked CEO”
City2Surf
YPN Cocktail Party
Leaders in the Territory
Speakers Panel
Speed Networking
Trivia Night
Wine & Cheese Tasting
Event
YPN Christmas Party
YPN Fridays Networking
(every second month)
* the above list of events is not exhaustive
and events are subject to change.
SPONSORSHIP
REGISTRATION FORM Contact Name:
Organisation:
Position:
Postal Address:
State: Post Code:
Telephone: Mobile:
Email:
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE
Tick Sponsorship Package Price
Platinum Sponsor $5,000 Gold Sponsor $2,000 Silver Sponsor $1,000 Bronze Sponsor $500
PAYMENT DETAILS
I enclose a Cheque payable to: YPN NT
I wish to pay by Electronic Funds Transfer (an invoice will be sent for processing)
Account Name: IPAA NT Division BSB: 035 302 Account Number: 801989 Bank: Westpac Description: [insert company name]
PAYMENT SUMMARY
Sponsorship Total
Total amount to be invoiced
Note: YPN-NT is not registered for GST purposes
Please send completed form with payment to:
POST THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK NT
PO Box 967
Darwin NT 0801
EMAIL [email protected]
IN-KIND SPONSORSHIP
Like our members, we’re always keen to ‘do’ more. In line with this ethos, we’ve developed a member benefits
program that offers YPN-NT members access to deals (and discounts) from Northern Territory businesses.
Supporting this aspect of the YPN-NT program allows you to promote your product or service directly to our
members. The Young Professionals Network Membership Program provides a value add to our members and a
new channel for local businesses to access an influential audience.
New to the Membership offering in 2015, the program sees businesses commit a discount or deal to offer to our
members. Below provides some examples of potential discounts:
Discounts on products or services (i.e. 20% off for YPN Members)
2-for-1 deals on products or services
Free initial consultation for services
Birthday specials on products or services (i.e. free product/service on member’s birthday)
Once your in-kind sponsorship has been confirmed, details of the value-added deal and your business logo will be
published on YPN’s website and through YPN’s social media.
All YPN-NT members are issued with a membership card, which can be provided to your staff at point of sale to
prove membership. Each year the design of the card will change to ensure the integrity of the membership
program. YPN will also endeavour to maintain regular contact with our in-kind sponsors to discuss any questions
or issues you may have.
The Young Professionals Network also welcomes your attendance and the opportunity to donate merchandise
(i.e. pens, hats, water bottles) your business may have to distribute to YPN members and associates at our events.
YPN will be hosting numerous events during 2015 that young professionals in the NT will attend therefore this
may be an opportunity to increase your brand’s awareness to this demographic.
IN-KIND SPONSORSHIP
REGISTRATION FORM Contact Name:
Organisation:
Postal Address:
Telephone: Mobile:
Email:
Please specify the in-kind sponsorship you would like to contribute to YPN:
Please send completed form to:
POST THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK NT
PO Box 967
Darwin NT 0801
EMAIL [email protected]
EVENT PARTNERSHIPS
In addition to our tiered sponsorship packages, YPN-NT has developed specific event partnership opportunities
for businesses to present alongside our brand.
YPN-NT has previously collaborated with likeminded organisations that can offer our members and associates a
great experience. We have previously partnered with industry leaders such as ANZ Bank, Young Engineers
Australia NT Division and CPA Australia.
In 2015, the Young Professionals Network is committed to partnering with organisations to host events that will
interest and benefit our members and associates.
The Young Professionals Network offers the opportunity for your business to co-host a partnered event with the
Young Professionals Network. By partnering with us, your brand will be marketed to our 700+ members and
associates through a variety of new and traditional channels profiling your organisation and increasing your
brand’s awareness to potential new customers and contacts.
Through our event partnership opportunity, YPN-NT provides a branding experience like no other in the Territory
– working with YPN-NT allows you to target an engaged, connected and enthusiastic audience.
YPN-NT have previously collaborated with partners to host skills workshops (knowledge sharing), seminars and
speaker panels. YPN-NT does not rest on its past success, we’re keen to grow our network just like you and your
business and in doing so, develop a program that works well for both parties.
EVENT PARTNERSHIP
REGISTRATION FORM Contact Name:
Organisation:
Postal Address:
Telephone: Mobile:
Email:
Please specify the proposed topic of the event to be co-hosted with YPN:
Please state the proposed date of the event:
Please detail the resources that will be provided by your business for the event:
Please send completed form to:
POST THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK NT
PO Box 967
Darwin NT 0801
EMAIL [email protected]
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