Morrisville Chamber members interested in building name recognition and increasing corporate visibility among Triangle area businesses have numerous opportunities to sponsor events and programs, as well to advertise in a variety of print and online publications.
The events and programs planned for 2009 are listed below with brief descriptions of each. For a complete list of available sponsorships, please download the 2009 Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities brochure.
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 ANNUAL MEETING |
This annual dinner event draws more than 250 Chamber members, elected officials and guests. It features a keynote speaker, a review of the previous year’s accomplishments, and award presentations for Small Business of the Year and Ambassador of the Year. Held in February.
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| BIZTALK SERIES |
Held three times a year, each seminar is presented by a successful Triangle business professional. This educational opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of Chamber members and their employees in areas such as Sales & Marketing, Public Relations, Business Etiquette, Image Branding and Effective Networking. Expected attendance is 50 per seminar. Held in February, June, September and November.
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| BUSINESS AFTER HOURS |
The Chamber’s quarterly after-work networking event draws about 100 business and community leaders. It includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages and is held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Held in January, March, May, August, October and November.
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| BUSINESS SHOWCASE & REVERSE RAFFLE |
The annual Business Expo and Reverse Raffle have joined forces for one high rollin’ evening! Chamber members have an opportunity to showcase their products and services to a large audience of Triangle business leaders at this after-hours event featuring networking, heavy hors d’oeuvres and chances to win big money! Held in June.
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| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FORUMS |
Forums are an opportunity to provide Triangle business and community leaders with a comprehensive look at Morrisville’s economic development initiatives. Each forum features multiple speakers or a panel of contributors. Includes a networking breakfast. Expected attendance is 75. Held in March, August and December.
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| GOLF CLASSICS |
The spring and fall golf tournaments are two of the Chamber’s most successful events, each drawing 170 golfers. Golfers enjoy 18 holes in a “captain’s choice” format with on-course contests throughout. Player packages include breakfast, lunch, and a catered awards reception and raffle following play. Held in May and September.
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| HOLIDAY RECEPTION |
The Chamber’s annual holiday reception is the perfect way to kick off the season. Proceeds benefit a charity of the sponsor’s choosing. Expected attendance is 150. Held in December.
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| KNOW: KNOWLEDGEABLE NETWORK OF WOMEN SERIES |
This brand new series is designed to support the development of professional women in the Morrisville and Triangle through innovative and creative programming. The series will consist of quarterly luncheons, each featuring a keynote speaker or panel of experts to address an issue unique to professional women. Expected attendance is 100. Held in January, April, July and October. Learn more.
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| NEW MEMBER LUNCHEONS |
New Chamber members and new employees of current member companies are invited to a networking lunch and orientation session at the Chamber. Expected attendance is 40. Held in February, April, July and November.
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| PLANNING CONFERENCE |
| The annual planning conference is an opportunity for Chamber members to actively participate in developing plans for the Chamber’s next fiscal year. Members will be brought up to date on the status of Chamber initiatives, review the progress of the past year and provide direction for the coming year. The full-day conference includes breakfast, lunch, program materials and optional golf in the afternoon. Expected attendance is 75. Held in October. |
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