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Table of ContentsAbout ACG Denver Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
ACG Denver Event Sponsorship
Annual Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Corporate Executive Series Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
DealMaker’s Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Private Equity/Intermediary Networking Event Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
PE/IB Rising Stars and Senior Veterans Networking Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2017 Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Presenting Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Keynote Luncheon Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
ACG Capital Connection® Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Corporate Growth Awards Breakfast Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Platinum Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Gold Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Refreshment Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Wi-Fi Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Dealmaker’s Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Conversation Lounge Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Parking Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
At-A-Glance
ACG Denver Event Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
2017 Sponsorship Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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ABOUT ACG DENVER
ACG Denver is the premier business association in the Rocky Mountain region that offers access to expert people and essential resources that help drive middle market growth . ACG Denver provides a variety of offerings focused on mergers and acquisitions, as well as organic growth strategies, for diverse middle-market business leaders who face unique challenges regardless of industry . ACG Denver members have proven experience in middle-market growth and share creative, breakthrough solutions to problems .
ACG DENVER PROGRAMS AND NETWORKING EVENTS
Considered “Must Attend” for their high quality content and robust opportunities to nurture and expand relationships in the community, ACG Denver’s programs are powerful vehicles for delivering thought leadership and providing a real-time snapshot of how the market behaves in the current economic environment . In addition, they provide more direct access to deal flow and capital sources than any other association in the Rocky Mountain region .
Here are some of the key events held throughout the year:
• Membership Luncheons• Corporate Executive Series• Dealmaker’s Forum• Private Equity/Intermediary Networking Event• Leadership 20 Program• Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIP
For organizations that want to be at the center of the Colorado middle-market business community, sponsoring ACG Denver events provides great visibility and a resource rich environment for making valued connections with corporate executives, private equity groups, intermediaries, and professional service providers . In addition, government and academic groups have a vested interest in the focus of ACG Denver as an organizing body helping to shape the state’s economic future .
ACG Denver Membership
TRUSTED RESOURCES
ACG Denver is a 500-member strong community of business leaders who are willing to share their perspectives . ACG Denver is home to many of the region’s most trusted advisors who make cross-referrals to help drive broad economic growth in the middle-market across the region .
CORPORATE GROWTH
ACG Denver’s corporate executive members experience the type of attention, sensitivity, and flexibility required to meet their unique needs and make effective use of their time . ACG Denver provides its corporate members with access to the people, tools, and ideas they need to growth their business .
In June 2016, membership make up consisted of:
• 43% Advisors• 28% Corporate Executives• 13% Capital Providers• 6% Intermediaries• 8% Other
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Annual SponsorshipJANUARY - DECEMBER 2017
$5,000 (Up to two per industry)
BRANDING• Logo on marketing and communication material, including:
– ACG Denver website homepage
– ACG Denver monthly e-newsletter
– Luncheon program invitations
– Signage at luncheon programs
– ACG Denver luncheon program luncheon programs
– Sponsor slideshow at luncheon programs
• Recognition from the podium by ACG Chapter President at luncheons
• Sponsor marketing collateral displayed at luncheon programs
• Opportunity to submit article for publishing in chapter e-newsletter
• Early acceptance for qualified Leadership 20 candidates
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• One complimentary registration for chapter luncheons
• One complimentary ACG Denver annual membership
• Develop and host one chapter luncheon program during the year
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Annual SponsorshipJANUARY - DECEMBER 2017
This sponsorship opportunity will allow your organization to gain maximum and consistent branding, awareness, and access to the entire ACG Denver audience throughout a full year .
Sponsorship includes high visibility at ACG Denver membership luncheons, placement on the home page of ACG Denver’s website and features in the ACG Denver monthly newsletter .
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ACG Denver’s Corporate Executive Series is open to corporate C-level executives and business owners of operating companies with annual revenues in excess of $5 million .
The series consists of five breakfast meetings . The breakfast meetings feature topics of interest to corporate leaders and a forum for sharing expertise and experience with peers .
Corporate Executive Series SponsorshipJANUARY - DECEMBER 2017
$7,500 (Industry Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo on marketing and communication material, including:
– ACG Denver website
– Corporate Breakfast program invitations
– Signage at Corporate Breakfast programs
– ACG Denver Corporate Breakfast handout
• Recognition from the podium by ACG Chapter President
• Sponsor marketing collateral displayed at events
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Eight complimentary registrations to Corporate Breakfast programs (up to
three may be used for sponsor representatives)
• Opportunity to moderate Corporate Breakfast programs
• Five complimentary registrations for Corporate Executives to the annual Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
• Sponsor access to Corporate Roundtable programs (under development)
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$2,500 (Six industry exclusive sponsorships available)
BRANDING• Logo on marketing and communication material, including:
– ACG Denver website – ACG Denver event handout
– Event invitations – Sponsor slideshow at event
– Signage at event
• Recognition from the podium by ACG Chapter President at event
• Sponsor marketing collateral displayed at event
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• 10 complimentary registrations for sponsor representatives
• 10 complimentary registrations for qualified sponsor guests*
• Attendee list provided to sponsors
*Qualified = Corporate Executives and Senior Deal Professionals
Annual SponsorshipJANUARY - DECEMBER 2017
DealMaker’s Forum SponsorshipLATE FALL 2017
The Dealmaker’s Forum is a two-hour seminar featuring panel discussions and presentations on the challenges and opportunities with the current M&A market . Over 150 corporate executives, private equity professionals, and investment banking experts from the Rocky Mountain region attend this annual event .
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$2,500 (Limit of four industry exclusive sponsors - 1st right of refusal for Fall Event)
BRANDING• Logo on marketing and communication material, including:
– ACG Denver website – Signage at event
– Event invitations – ACG Denver event handout
• Sponsor marketing collateral displayed at event
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• 10 complimentary registrations for qualified sponsor guests*
*Qualified = Corporate Executives and Senior Deal Professionals
Private Equity/Intermediary Networking Event SponsorshipWINTER 2017
An exclusive networking event that brings together senior deal professionals from private equity groups and intermediaries . This annual event is held at the Peaks Lounge at the Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center; an intimate settings where deal making professionals at the top of their game, network at the top of the town .
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You asked for it, and we are here to deliver—more networking opportunities for the M&A community in Denver! This new event in our fall lineup is designed to connect rising stars and seasoned veterans from the PE, IB, and service provider firms that make deals happen . Hosting the event at one of Denver’s most hippest venues mirrors beautifully the evening’s energy emanating from the conversations and connections being made .
$1,500 (Industry Exclusive - Winter PE/IB Event Sponsors get 1st right of refusal)
BRANDING• Logo on marketing and communication material, including:
– ACG Denver website – Signage at event
– Event invitations – ACG Denver event handout
• Sponsor marketing collateral displayed at event
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• 10 complimentary registrations for qualified sponsor guests*
*Qualified = Corporate Executives and Senior Deal Professionals
PE/IB Rising Stars and Senior Veterans Networking EventFALL 2017
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April 3-4, 2017
HYATT REGENCY DENVERAT THE COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER
ACG Denver’s annual conference featuring distinguished keynote speakers, timely and informative panel discussions, with premiere networking opportunities including ACG Capital Connection® . The Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference draws more than 700 attendees from across the country .
2017 REVIEW
“ The set up was terrific,
allowing for networking
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the speakers while inside
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“ The content was great and the panelists were
very relevant .”
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
plan on attendingthe event in 2017
96%would recommend
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Capital Connection Exhibitors
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Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
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As the presenting sponsor for the Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference, you are front and center in the region’s premier event for middle market business . Your company name, your logo, your leaders are given maximum visibility, helping to enhance your business brand as a leader in your industry .
Presenting Sponsorship
$30,000 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Premier Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Exclusive placement on conference podium – Exclusive placement on nametags and lanyards – Sponsor slideshow at the event – Premier placement on conference event app• Exclusive host of opening night welcome reception• Full-page splash advertisement on the conference event app
PUBLIC RELATIONS• Opportunity to make opening and closing remarks at conference• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor in multiple press releases related to the conference• Placement of thought leadership on event app
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• 10 complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional guests• Reserved seating for all conference sessions• Co-host of private pre-conference Speaker Dinner• Sponsor exhibitor table (premier placement)• Advanced copy of conference attendee list• Private Board Room for closed door meetings
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The Keynote Luncheon is center stage at the Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference . A packed house welcomes nationally recognized speakers for a presentation that will be the topic of conversations for months to follow .
PAST KEYNOTE SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
• Mitt Romney
• Stanley McChrystal
• John Mackey
• Carla Fiorina
• Steve Forbes
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
Keynote Luncheon Sponsorship
$20,000 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Premier placement on conference event app
EXCLUSIVE VIP ACCESS• Private VIP reception with the Keynote Speaker for sponsor guests
PUBLIC RELATIONS• Opportunity to introduce the Keynote Speaker• Recognition as Keynote Sponsor in all press releases and related media
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Eight complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Three Reserved tables at Keynote Luncheon• Sponsor exhibitor table (premier placement)• Advanced copy of conference attendee list
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The ACG Denver Capital Connection® wraps up the Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference . This networking event brings together private equity, intermediaries and corporate executives in an atmosphere conducive to deal-making .
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
ACG Capital Connection® Sponsorship
$12,500 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Premier placement on conference event app
PUBLIC RELATIONS• Opportunity to make welcoming remarks before ACG Capital Connection®
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• 10 complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference (premier placement)• Advanced copy of conference attendee list
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Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
Corporate Growth Awards Breakfast Sponsorship
$12,500 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Premier placement on conference event app
PUBLIC RELATIONS• Opportunity to make welcoming remarks before Corporate Growth
Awards Breakfast• Included in press material covering the awards
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Eight complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference (premier placement)• Advanced copy of conference attendee list• Reserved table at Corporate Growth Awards Breakfast
Each year, ACG Denver reviews Colorado businesses to qualify and select nominees for the Corporate Growth Award . Winners are then recognized at the annual Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference for their business success .
PAST OUTSTANDING GROWTH AWARD WINNERS
PAST EMERGING COMPANY AWARD WINNERS
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
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Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
Platinum Sponsorship
$10,000 (Industry Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Six complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference• Advanced copy of conference attendee list
Gold Sponsorship
$7,500 (Unlimited)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Four complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference• Advanced copy of conference attendee list
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
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Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
Refreshment Sponsorship
$5,000 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Three complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference• Advanced copy of conference attendee list
Wi-Fi Sponsorship
$5,000 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app – Signs with Wi-Fi instructions throughout conference – Wi-Fi password tied to company name
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Three complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference• Advanced copy of conference attendee list
Dealmaker’s Lounge Sponsorship
$5,000 (Industry Exclusive; Limit 3)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Three complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference• Advanced copy of conference attendee list• Access to Dealmaker’s Lounge meeting scheduling tool
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
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Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference
Sponsorship Levels
Conversation Lounge Sponsorship
$2,500 (Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Two complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference
Parking Sponsorship
$2,500 (Two Industry Exclusive)
BRANDING• Logo Placement: – Conference pages on ACG Denver website – Email marketing campaign to over 10,000 middle market leaders – Signage throughout the event – Sponsor slideshow at event – Conference event app – Sign near the valet parking – Placement on parking vouchers
NETWORKING AND TICKETING• Two complimentary conference registrations• Discounted conference registrations for additional sponsor guests• Sponsor exhibitor table at conference
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ACG Denver Event Sponsorship
Sponsorship At-A-Glance
Annual Sponsorship
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Private Equity/IntermediaryNetworking Reception
PE/IB Rising Stars and Senior Veterans Net-working Event
Investment $5,000 $7,500 $2,500 $2,500 $1,500
Industry Exclusivity 2 per industry 1 per industry Yes (6) Yes (4) Yes
Logo & Link on ACG Denver Website P P P P PComplimentary ACG Denver Membership 1
Complimentary Event Registration 1 8
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Early Acceptance to L20 PDistribute Company Handouts at Events P P P P
Develop & Host Program 1
Recognition at Events P P P
Attendee List Provided PComplimentary Registration to RMCGC 5
Opportunity to Moderate Programs P
*Qualified = Corporate executives and Senior Deal Professionals
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2017 Sponsorship AgreementName _____________________________________________________________
Company __________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip ______________________________________________________
Phone__________________________ Fax: ____________________________
Email ______________________________________________________________
Marketing Contact (if different from above)
Name: _____________________________________________________________
Email__________________________ Phone ___________________________
Sponsorship Commitment Total ______________________________________
Payment Options:
Bill me
Check enclosed, made payable to ACG Denver Mail Payment To: ACG Denver 1550 Larimer St/PMB 146 Denver, CO 80202
Credit Card: Visa Master Card Am . Ex
Card Number ______________________________________________________
Name on Card _____________________________________________________
Expiration Date _____________________________________________________
Zip code ______________________ Three-digit security code ____________
Authorized Signature ________________________________________________
Contact: Dorothy Donnelly (303) 332-4583 ddonnelly@acg .org
ACG Denver Event Sponsorship
Annual Sponsor Two per Industry $5,000
Corporate Executive Series Sponsor Industry Exclusive $7,500
DealMaker’s Forum Sponsor Industry Exclusive $2,500
Private Equity/ Intermediary Networking Reception Sponsor Limited to Four $2,500
PE/IB Rising Stars and Senior Veterans Networking Event $1,500
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference Sponsorship
Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference Presenting Sponsor Exclusive $30,000
Keynote Presentation Exclusive $20,000
ACG Capital Connection® Exclusive $12,500
Corporate Growth Awards Exclusive $12,500
Platinum $10,000
Gold $7,500
Refreshment $5,000
WiFi Sponsor $5,000
Dealmaker’s Lounge Sponsor $5,000
Conversation Lounge $2,500
Parking Sponsor $2,500
Other Sponsorship Name: ______________________________
$ _____________________________
rev: 6/2016
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