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SPONSORSHIPSPARTNER WITH THE LOS ALAMOS COMMERCE & DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

2015

Building a vibrant

community through

a thriving economy.

Why Partner With Us?

SUPPORT COMMUNITY-BUILDING PROGRAMS

The Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation (LACDC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to

economic development, operates a number of community programs including the Los Alamos Chamber

of Commerce and Los Alamos MainStreet. These programs depend on sponsorships of specific pro-

grams and events to help cover overhead costs. Sponsor or partnerships help us build our programs

and give us the ability to conduct the services we provide. We are incredibly grateful for this support.

LOS ALAMOS MAINSTREET

Los Alamos MainStreet hosts several major community events in downtown Los Alamos with the inten-

tion of having ‘more people downtown more of the time.’ MainStreet believes that community-building

events lead to better quality of life for the entire community. Thousands of local and visiting people

enjoy festivals, events and programs hosted by Los Alamos MainStreet every year, activities that build

the vitality of Los Alamos’ downtown. Last year well over 30,000 people attended our events.

LOS ALAMOS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce works on behalf of its members to improve the business envi-

ronment and our community. The Chamber is an association of business organizations and individuals

who share a common goal of working together to improve the economic climate of the community.

Chamber membership rates are based on the size of the business. The Chamber is a program of the

Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation.

Our mission is “to encourage and assist our members in achieving their full economic potential for

the benefit of themselves and of the entire community. The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, as an

effective leader, strives to strengthen economic viability within Los Alamos by actively representing,

promoting and defending business interests.”

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CHAMBERFEST

Chamberfest is an annual event that showcases local chamber

member businesses to the public in the downtown area. The

community is invited to come downtown to enjoy music, food,

a giant sand pile, a kids activity area and a classic car show.

LOS ALAMOS SCIENCEFEST Los Alamos ScienceFest is presented by Los Alamos MainStreet

in partnership with the Los Alamos Creative District, Los Alamos

Historical Society and Los Alamos County. The festival includes

a variety of activities for the entire family. This weekend event

celebrates the unique history and culture of science in Los Alamos.

CHAMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament brings a day of golf-

ing with business friends, clients, or prospects. It’s a great way

to network with community leaders. Competitive prizes fuel the

friendly spirit. The tournament is a much appreciated fund raiser

for the Chamber of Commerce.

FAIR & RODEO PARADE

Enormous crowds gather along Central Avenue in the beautiful

Summer weather to watch this hometown parade. A highlight of

Los Alamos County’s Fair and Rodeo weekend, the parade brings

out locals and visitors that come to celebrate our community.

TRICK OR TREAT ON MAINSTREETHalloweekend is anchored by Trick or Treat on MainStreet, a

wildly popular event that closes off Central Avenue. Businesses

hand out buckets of candy. Street performances and a wiener

dog parade make this event memorable for the whole family

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAYThe Chamber of Commerce works with United Way of Northern

New Mexico and both Chamber members and non-chamber

members alike to promote all local small businesses for the an-

nual November Small Business Saturday promotion which was

created by American Express.

WINTERFEST HOLIDAY LIGHTS PARADE

WinterFest Weekend celebrates winter in Los Alamos. A host of

businesses and organization scheduled events including ballets,

bazaars, shows, and sales. The weekend is highlighted by the

Holiday Lights Parade and the lighting of the tree at Ashley Pond.

LACDC Produced Community Events

2015 | Sponsorship Packet 3

EVENT OR PROGRAM DATES

Chamberfest June 13

Los Alamos Science Festival July 16–18

Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament July 31

Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Parade August 8

Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet October 30–31

Small Business Saturday November 28

Winterfest Weekend December 4-6

Corporate Sponsorship Packages

Individual Event Sponsorships

ALL LACDC EVENTS

4 L os A l am os C om m erce & D eve l opm ent C orporation

ENTITLEMENTS $2,500 $5,000 $10,000 $15,000

Logo on websites as a specific level sponsor u u u u

Listed or mentioned in all print and radio advertising u u u u

Listed or mentioned in all press releases and live interviews u u u u

Listed in e-mail blasts and newsletters u u u u

Banner ad placement on FYILosAlamos.com calendar u u u u

Free booth space at events hosting exhibits or vendors u u u u

Prime booth space at events hosting exhibits or vendors u u u

Clickable logos on websites and included in e-blasts u u u

Small logo on all print advertising u u u

Large logo on all print materials and advertising u u

Corporate banner displayed at key event location(s) u u

First choice booth space at events hosting exhibits or vendors u u

Naming right of one feature/activity at one event u u

Naming right of one feature/activity at each event u

Representatives in all judging events u

Half page ad in event brochure or program u

ENTITLEMENTS

Crew

Sponsor

$250

In Kind

Sponsor

Bronze

Catalyst

Sponsor

$500

Silver

Community

Sponsor

$1,000

Gold

Chamberfest

Sponsor

$1,500

Picnic

Title

Sponsor

$2,000

Logo on marketing u u u u u u

L og o on w eb site u u u u

Event signage u u u u

Event feature signage u u u u

Display ad on LosAlamosBusines.com u u u

Banner space u u

Booth u u u

June 12–13, 2015


Los Alamos Chamberfest

Chamberfest is the featured event of the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, giving the community a

chance to gather in Central Park Square and enjoy all that Los Alamos businesses have to offer. This

downtown gathering offers businesses and nonprofits of all sizes the opportunity to have booths side-

by-side, lining the streets of the downtown area. In addition to the annual community picnic the night

before Chamberfest, residents can enjoy shopping, live music, and the traditional sand pile for the kids

during Chamberfest. Sponsors enjoy a heightened level of visibility before, during, and after the event.

ABOUT THIS CHAMBER EVENT

July 16–18, 2015

Los Alamos ScienceFest

Los Alamos, New Mexico is a place of world–changing, creative ideas and science. Los Alamos Science-

Fest celebrates that heritage with history and science–based events for the entire family. Last year

over 6,500 attendees enjoyed the festival designed to highlight the ground breaking science that still

happens at the Los Alamos National Laboratory. This year, Los Alamos MainStreet, in partnership with

the Los Alamos Creative District, will produce ScienceFest to promote the ongoing scientific excellence

that contributes to solving national challenges.

Los Alamos ScienceFest celebrates the history and science of Los Alamos through engaging activities

and events for people of all ages. This signature event of Los Alamos is well attended and draws visitors

from across the state of New Mexico and beyond.

• Thematic programming is scheduled to begin with the Los Alamos Historical Society on Thursday July

16th with a program on the 70th anniversary of the Trinity Site Test.

• Historic tours of town will begin on Friday, July 17. The Los Alamos Historical Society will be showing

films as part of their Atomic Film Festival all day at Fuller Lodge. An evening concert will draw the crowd

downtown to Ashley Pond.

• Festival Day on Saturday, July 18th, at Ashley Pond in downtown Los Alamos, is the festival’s culminat-

ing event with more than 60 exhibitors providing interactive, hand-on activities showcasing science,

technology, engineering and math from across New Mexico. A very popular event feature is the beer

garden with live music and entertainment.


LOS ALAMOS’ SIGNATURE EVENT

ABOUT THE 2015 FESTIVAL

ENTITLEMENTS $500

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$2,5

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$10,

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$25,

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Name and link listed on event website u u u u u u

Mentions in all media releases u u u u u

Logo and link on event website u u u u u

Listed in e-mail blasts and newsletters u u u u

Name displayed on general event signage u u u u

Clickable logo with on LosAlamosScienceFest.com u u u u

Listed (no logo) on all print advertising, mentioned in all media releases u u u u

Signage surrounding event feature of choice, example: Chalk Art Walk u u u

Quarter page ad placed inside event program u u u

Small logo on all print advertising, mentions or listing in all media releases u u u

Sponsorship of event feature; example: Band or Kids Area u u u

Prominent signage surrounding event feature of choice u u

Half page ad inside event program u u

Large logo on all print advertising, mentions or listing in all media releases u u

Naming right of an event feature, example: VIP Reception or Beer Garden u u

Unlimited banner, signage placements in and around event location u

First choice, prominent booth location(s) for showcasing products or services u

Full page ad inside front cover of event program u

Prominence in media outreach or appearances u

Naming rights: “Los Alamos ScienceFest, Presented by Your Company” u


ENTITLEMENTSIn-Kind

Sponsor

Hole

Sponsor

$125

19th Hole

Sponsor

$400

Hole-in-One

Sponsor

$500

Beverages

Sponsor

$250

Awards

Sponsor

$200

Lunch

Sponsor

$750

Title

Sponsor

$1,250

Logo on marketing u u u u u u u u

L og o on w eb site u u u u u u u

Event signage u u u

Event feature signage u u u u u u u

Display ad on LosAlamosBusines.com u u

Banner space u

Player Registration Two Four

Booth space u u u

The Los Alamos Chamber annually hosts a fundraiser golf tournament ben-

efitting both the Chamber’s many programs and United Way of Northern

New Mexico (serving Los Alamos and Rio Arriba counties). The tournament

is held locally at the beautiful Los Alamos County Golf Course and features

prize holes, contest holes, door prizes and a silent auction. Donating to

the Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament is the best way to make your

donation to the United Way. Sponsorship packages range from $100-$750.

July 31, 2015


Chamber Golf Tournament


Fair & Rodeo Parade

The Fair & Rodeo weekend runs the second weekend in August. It is a family-

oriented activity that attracts over 7,000 people throughout the weekend.

The highlight of the weekend happens on Saturday, as Central Avenue is lined

with decorated floats as the parade passes by. Thousands set up lawn chairs and

tents to view the colorful and entertaining parade entries. Families gather to see

old friends and celebrate Los Alamos as a community. Beautiful weather makes

the parade a community favorite.

Also happening that weekend: the annual Arts and Crafts Fair, vendors at Ashley

Pond Park and the County Rodeo at Brewer Arena on North Mesa.

LEVEL COST

Grand Marshal Sponsor

Your float or parade entry follows the Grand Marshall in the parade and

your sponsorship is announced by the emcee to the crowd. You are listed

in marketing materials and on the website.

$1,000

VIP Tent Sponsor

Los Alamos MainStreet provides a 10 x 10 tent with cold beverages and

appetizers in prime location for parade viewing for you and your guests.

You are listed in marketing materials and on the website.

$500

Judge’s Booth Sponsor

Banners or signage provided by you cover the judging booth. You are

listed in marketing materials and on the website.

$250

July 16–18, 2015


ABOUT THIS MAINSTREET EVENT

Halloweekend

Halloweekend is anchored by Trick or Treat on MainStreet. This event is by far the most popular in the

community. It is such a draw that families come up from the surrounding region to attend. Approximately

12,000 people participate over Friday and Saturday.

This event kicks off with a scarecrow contest that runs throughout the week. On Friday afternoon,

Central Avenue is closed for trick or treating. Businesses hand out buckets of candy and goodies to

costumed families. Street dance performances, marching bands, and a dog costume parade make

this event memorable for the entire family. Other local organizations also participate like the Bradbury

Science Museum’s High-Tech Halloween, County Pumpkin Patch and Hayride and a Costume Climb

at the YMCA climbing wall.

On Saturday, there is pumpkin carving, the Pumpkin Glow and Halloween Dance at Fuller Lodge. This

event brings people downtown and provides families with fun and entertainment.


October 30–31, 2015



LEVEL COST

Pumpkin Glow Dance Sponsor Your banner or signage will be displayed at the dance at Fuller Lodge.

You will be given the opportunity to say a few words between band

sets. You are listed on the marketing materials and website.

$1,000

VIP Tent Sponsor

You will have a 10 x 10 VIP tent set up at a prime location on Central Avenue,

with your banner or signage on the tent. A beverage bar and appetizers

are provided. You are listed on the marketing materials and website.

$500

Candy Sponsor

Your banner or signage will be displayed at Chamber/Visitor’s Center

candy table. You are listed on the marketing materials and website.$250

Scarecrow Contest

You are announced as the sponsor when naming the winner. You are

listed on the marketing materials and website.

$250

Dog Costume Contest

You are announced as the sponsor when naming the contest winner. You

are listed on marketing materials and website.

$250

Trick or Treat on MainStreet Stage

Your banner or signage is displayed at the MainStreet Stage area. You

are listed in the marketing materials and website.

$250

ENTITLEMENTSIn-Kind

Partner

Neighborhood

Champion

$125

Community

Champion

$250

Business

Champion

$500

Logo on marketing u u u u

L og o on w eb site u u u u

Event signage u u u u

Event feature signage u

Display ad on LosAlamosBusines.com u

The Chamber of Commerce works with United Way of Northern New Mexico

and both Chamber members and non-chamber members alike to promote

all local small businesses for the annual November Small Business Saturday

promotion which was created by American Express. Dozens of local retail-

ers, restaurants, service providers, home-based businesses and nonprofits

in Los Alamos and White Rock offer specials and in-store events to help

celebrate the national initiative designed to support small businesses during

the holiday season. Your sponsorship helps us to promote Small Business

Saturday in the local media and to provide supplies to the retailers who are

participating in the event.

November 28, 2015


Small Business Saturday


Holiday Lights Parade

Winterfest Weekend is a family-oriented holiday event that celebrates winter

in Los Alamos. More than 11,000 people participate throughout the weekend.

A number of businesses and organizations host events including ballet, art

shows, book signings, the Children’s Bazaar and Breakfast with Santa. The

Fuller Lodge Open House and the Luminaria Walk always draw crowds.

But, the highlight of the weekend is the Holiday Lights Parade along Central

Avenue. The crowds brave the cold and bundle up to see parade floats that

glitter with holiday lights. There is even a marching band. The parade leads

the crowds to Ashley Pond for the lighting of the holiday tree.


ENTITLEMENTS COST

Grand Marshal Sponsor

Your float or parade entry follows the Grand Marshal in the parade and

is announced by the emcee to the crowd. You are listed in the marketing

materials and website.

$1,000

VIP Warming Tent

Los Alamos MainStreet provides a 10 x 10 tent with heater, hot cocoa

and appetizers in a prime location for viewing the parade. You are listed

in the marketing materials and website.

$500

Judge’s Booth Sponsor

Your banners or signage cover the judging booth and you are listed in

the marketing materials and website.

$250

December 4–6, 2015


Chamber Business Breakfasts are held whenever there is an opportunity to provide a quality program

of interest to a significant part of our membership. The program typically focuses on a critical topic

affecting the business community and provides an opportunity for networking.

Currently members pay to attend the business breakfasts. Your sponsorship would enable members to

attend for a reduced rate or for free. Your company logo will appear on all marketing materials as the

Business Breakfast sponsor. Your business will be prominently featured as the sponsor – both before and

after the event. A representative from your company will introduce the speaker or panelists for the event.

The tentative schedule of topics for 2015 (dates may be rearranged based on speaker availability) includes:

ENTITLEMENTS COST

Breakfast Sponsor (per event)

Your logo will appear on all marketing of the breakfast, on the

Chamber of Commerce website, and on event signage. You will

also receive a complementary ad on LosAlamosBusiness.com.

$350


Regular Chamber Events

CHAMBER BUSINESS BREAKFASTS

• February 19: Customer Focus - a panel discussion

• March 19: Los Alamos Economic Outlook - a panel

discussion on where we stand in comparison to

the region, state and nation. Where we are now

and what we need to accomplish.

• April: Tourism Marketing

• May: Payment Technology

• June: State Jobs Plan

• July: Funding Sources and Options for New and

Existing Businesses

• August: Employee Theft and Fraud Prevention

• September: Helping the County and LACDC At-

tract Businesses

• October: Election Issues

• November: Survey Results

• December: Legislative Preview

Participants meet for lunch at a member eatery to network and get to learn about each other. The eatery will have

a table reserved, and will provide separate checks (everyone pays their own way). These luncheons are regularly

scheduled every month. Participants can be managers, employees, volunteers, and/or board members of Chamber

member businesses and organizations. The program is designed to mix up the groups and the restaurant assign-

ments to maximize variety.

Chamber Members have the opportunity to host events and meetings at their place of business in order to bring more

awareness to their business location, products/ services and staff. Business After Hours are held once a month and

are rotated among different members’ businesses. Sponsor a Business After Hours at your company.

ENTITLEMENTS COST

Networking Lunch Sponsor

Your logo will appear on all marketing of the lunch, on the

Chamber of Commerce website, and on event signage. You

will also receive a complementary ad on LosAlamosBusiness.

com and free admission.

$125

ENTITLEMENTS COST

Business After Hours Your expenses as host determine your cost.


NETWORKING LUNCHES

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Los Alamos Chamber of CommerceManager: Nancy Partridge

505.661.4816 | [email protected]

losalamoschamber.com

Los Alamos MainStreetManager: Suzette Fox

505.661.4844 | [email protected]

losalamosmainstreet.com

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