State leadership conference Sponsorship BENEFITS

($1,000+):

This sponsorship level provides the participating organizations with prestigious recognition including the following benefits:

Sponsor’s company name and logo printed in the 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference program with the Student Competitive Event they wish to sponsor.

Sponsor’s company name and logo on signage on the Student Competitive Event Directional Signs.

Sponsor’s company name shown on the Giant Screens during the DECA Grand Awards Ceremony, along with the opportunity to present the awards, on stage, to the Student Competitive Event winners.

Sponsor’s company name and logo on Sponsor’s page of the Colorado DECA website and the official Colorado DECA Facebook Page.

Exhibit table at the 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference(if requested).

Two FULL conference registrations, including:

Access to meal functions and conference sessions;

Programs of 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference,includingthenames of all participating high schools, Exhibitors list, and Agenda.

PLUS:

Perpetual Recognition Plaque for the Sponsoring Business.

Access to the Colorado DECA Advisor list.

Other Ideas? Let us know!

($750):

This sponsorship level provides the following benefits:

Sponsor’s company name and logo printed in the 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference program with the Student Competitive Event they wish to sponsor.

Sponsor’s company name and logo on signage on the Student Competitive Event Directional Signs.

Sponsor’s company name shown on the Giant Screens during the DECA Grand Awards Ceremony, along with the opportunity to present the awards, on stage, to the Student Competitive Event winners.

Sponsor’s company name and logo on Sponsor’s page of the Colorado DECA website and the official Colorado DECA Facebook Page.

($500):

Sponsor’s company name and logo printed in the 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference program with the Student Competitive Event they wish to sponsor.

Sponsor’s company name and logo on signage on the Student Competitive Event Directional Signs.

Sponsor’s company name shown on the Giant Screens during the DECA Grand Awards Ceremony, along with the opportunity to present the awards, on stage, to the Student Competitive Event winners.

(Amount starts at $300):

Sponsor’s company name and logo printed in the 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference program with the Student Competitive Event they wish to sponsor.

In addition to the above “Base Level Sponsorships,”you have the option of choosing “A La Carte” items:

Please note: You must have a Base Level Sponsorship to purchase an “ALa Carte” item(s).

ExclusiveWater StationsSponsorship for 2016 Colorado DECA Opening Session - $50

It’s where everyone talks! Sponsor thewater stations and have your company name andlogo onsignage at all the water stations for the 2,800 DECA membersand advisors representing over 158 school districts across Colorado.

ExclusiveContinental Breakfast Sponsorship of Judges’ Briefing – $100

On-site signage beside the breakfast stations and your company logo recognition on the tent cards placed on the tables.

ExclusiveWater Stations Sponsorship for 2016 Colorado DECA Workshops - $50

Keep attendees hydrated by sponsoring the water refreshments for the featured workshops for the entire second day of the 2016 Colorado DECA StateConference. This sponsorship includessignage and literature placement(if provided).

Exclusive DECA DanceWater Stations Sponsorship - $50

Help sponsor the most-highly anticipated activity of the 2016 Colorado DECA State Conference! While members are taking a break from “cutting the rug,” they’ll be cooling off at the water stations and your company name and logo will be on signs for them to take-in

while they catch their breath!

Exclusive Beverage Sponsorship for 2016 Colorado DECA Finalist and Honorable Mention Mini Awards Ceremony - $50

Everyone will be there to find out who makes it to Finals! Your company name and logo on signage at the water stations will be in full view as the “strings of tension will be waiting to be struck.”

Exclusive Continental Breakfast Sponsorship of Judges’ Finalist Briefing – $100

On-site signage beside the breakfast stations and your company name and logo recognition on the tent cards placed on the tables.

Exclusive Beverage Sponsorship for 2016 Colorado DECA Awards Ceremony - $50

“Winning isn't everything, but the will to win is everything.” ~ Vince Lombardi

This is the culmination of the 2016Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference. Your sponsorship at this final activity will offers your company logo on signs at all water stations.

Door Prizes:

Donation of any item that can be given as a door prize duringthe DECA Mini-Awards Session at the 2016 Colorado DECA State Leadership Conference. The company name will be announced when the prize is presented.

A La CarteSponsorships are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For additional information, please contact:

Randi Sims, Colorado DECA Sponsorship Chairperson, (303)668-2772 or

BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP FORM

Company Name: ______

Company Address: ______

Company Telephone Number: ______Company Fax #:______

Contact Person’s Name: ______

Contact Person’s Email Address: ______

Requested Student Competitive Event sponsorship for Silver, Gold and DECA Diamond Elite Levels (Please see attached list of DECA Competitive Events to make your selection):

______

Please indicate level of sponsorship and all “A La Carte” choices:

DECA Diamond Elite $1,000+ Gold $750 Silver $500 Bronze $300

 Additional “A La Carte” Sponsorship(s): Indicate

Preference(s) ______

Total Amount due: $ ______(Payable to Colorado DECA)

Please send us a high resolution copy of your company logo (preferably .psd, .jpeg or .tif format) on or before January 13, 2016 to r include with your sponsorship payment.

Please Mail Form and Check to:

Colorado DECA

9101 East Lowry Blvd.

Denver, CO 80230

Thank you for your generosity!

We are a 501 (c) (3) listed as Distributive Education Clubs of America with the IRS. The number is EIN#23-707949

Donors may deduct contributions to us as provided by section 170 of the Code. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts to or for the use of the new subordinates are deductible for Federal estate and gift tax purposes under sections 2055, 2106, and 2522 of the Code. Colorado DECA's Federal subordinate ID# is 846044839.

DECA’s Program of Competitive Events

Principles of Business Administration Events:

Principles of Business Administration

Principles of Finance

Principles of Hospitality and Tourism

Principles of Marketing

Team Decision Making Events:

Business Law and Ethics

Buying and Merchandising

Financial Services

Hospitality Services

Marketing Communications

Sports and Entertainment Marketing

Travel and Tourism

Individual Series Events:

Accounting Applications

Apparel and Accessories

Automotive Services

Business Finance

Business Services

Food Marketing

Hotel and Lodging

Human Resources Management

Marketing Management

Quick Serve Restaurant Management

Restaurant and Food Service Management

Retail Merchandising

Sports and Entertainment Marketing

Marketing Representative Events:

Advertising Campaign

Fashion Merchandising Promotion Plan

Sports and Entertainment Promotion Plan

Professional Selling Events:

Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling

Professional Selling

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