63rd Annual Dinner & 9th Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership

Description

Join us for a truly special evening as we celebrate our 63rd Annual Dinner - a signature event that brings our business community together to recognize achievements, share momentum, and honor the leadership that propels Manatee County forward. 

One of the most meaningful moments of the night will be the presentation of the 9th Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership. This prestigious award pays tribute to the legacy of the late Bob Bartz by recognizing a leader whose vision, commitment, and impact exemplify his enduring spirit and dedication to our community. 

Be part of an unforgettable night! Connect with 500+ business and community leaders, enjoy a delicious dinner, bid on an exciting silent auction, and be inspired by stories that highlight the incredible progress we've made together.

Join us for an evening of celebration, connection, and community leadership. We can't wait to see you there!  

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5:00 PM | Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction
6:30 PM | Dinner & Program 
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Maximize Your Visibility. Elevate Your Brand. Align with Community Leadership.
Support the Manatee Chamber’s premier event of the year while putting your brand in front of 500+ business and community leaders. Each sponsorship offers high-impact recognition, premium seating, and meaningful engagement throughout the evening.

Presenting Sponsor | $5,000
Highest-level visibility and exclusive stage presence
* Preferred placement table for 8
* Opportunity to deliver on-stage sponsor remarks
* Premier recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Full page, full color back cover ad in the event program (premium placement)
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Bartz Award Sponsor | $3,500
Align your brand with our community’s most prestigious leadership honor
* Preferred placement table for 8
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Full page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at the event

Cocktail Reception Sponsor | $3,500
Own the first impression as guests arrive and mingle
* Preferred placement table for 8
* Company-branded cocktail napkins featured at the bars (yes, there’s more than one!)
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Full page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Invitation Sponsor | $3,500
High-impact visibility on a piece mailed to hundreds of business and community leaders
* Preferred placement table for 8
* Prominent logo placement on the mailed eent invitation
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Full page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Corporate Sponsor | $2,500
Strong visibility and premium seating for your team
* Preferred placement table for 8
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Half page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Dessert Sponsor | $2,500
Put your brand on the sweetest moment of the night
* Preferred placement seating for 4
* Logo prominently featured on each dessert
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Half page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Silent Auction Sponsor | $2,000
Prominent brand exposure throughout the high-traffic auction area 
* Preferred placement seating for 4
* Sponsor signage at the Silent Auction
* Logo displayed on all bid sheets
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Quarter page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event
 
Program Sponsor | $1,500
Your brand showcased in the printed program that every guest receives
* Preferred placement seating for 4
* Prominent logo placement on the printed program
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Quarter page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Entertainment Sponsor | $1,500
Spotlight your brand alongside the evening’s entertainment
* Preferred placement seating for 4
* Sponsor signage near the entertainment area
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Quarter page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Centerpiece Sponsor | $1,500
High visibility at every table throughout the venue
* Preferred placement seating for 4
* Logo prominently displayed on all centerpieces
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Quarter page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Audio/Visual Sponsor | $1,250
Visibility tied to the evening’s presentations and program flow
* Preferred placement seating for 2
* Sponsor signage near A/V
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Quarter page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Supporting Sponsor | $1,000
Affordable option with strong recognition
* Preferred placement seating for 2
* Recognition in all event promotion, on the invitation, from the podium, and on event signage
* Quarter page, full color ad in the event program
* Sponsor-branded name badges at event

Printed Program Advertising Opportunity
Extend your visibility even further with premium program placements.
* Full Page, Full-Color Ad | $500
* Half Page, Full-Color Ad | $300
* Quarter Page, Full-Color Ad | $200
Ad design services available.

Reserve Your Table/Seats by January 26

• Table of Eight: Member Pricing = $950
  • ​Preferred seating for 8, company recognition at table
• Half Table of Five: Member Pricing = $650 
  • ​Preferred seating for 5, company recognition at table
• Individual Reservation: Member Pricing = $125 | Future Member Pricing = $250 
  • ​Parties greater than two not guaranteed to be seated together with individual reservations