QUARTERLY LUNCHEON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
History-Information

The Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association (MBCA) holds quarterly business networking - informational events as part of our programs here in the Greater Atlantic City Region. MBCA has been in existence for over 17 years and has over 750 members which include small and large businesses, residents, non-profit and government agencies.

We also have a charitable arm of the organization and are proud of our record in providing monies to area civic and charitable causes in excess of $350,000.00 since formation. We also have a scholarship foundation which has awarded over $80,000.00 in scholarships and teaching grants.

Most meetings have anywhere from 250 – 600 in attendance; individuals from the casino industry, government, business and charitable circles. Some past events can be viewed on our website in the photo and video gallery at www.acmetbiz.com.  Visit our site and take a look!

Our quarterly luncheons give our members the opportunity to highlight their business or organization at a region-wide event. Listed below are just a few of the benefits your sponsorship can bring, as well as a list of past sponsors and upcoming events. We invite you to look over this schedule and choose one that fits your budget and schedule. It is very limited and helps support the goals of the MBCA and its membership. The exposure and opportunities are something we are very proud to offer our community!

Schedule – 2008

Winter Meeting: The “State of the City” is addressed by our current Atlantic City Mayor (Jan 29th at Resorts). Attendance: 550. Sponsor: Procida Realty and Construction.

Spring Meeting: Education based theme and scholarship luncheon (April 10th at the Trump Plaza). Our keynote speaker is Dr. Philip Guenther; Mayor of Brigantine and Superintendent of Atlantic County Technology. Attendance: 300. Sponsor for the past 7 years is Trump Entertainment / Resorts.( Exclusive)

Summer Meeting: Tourism and city development based. This year’s speaker will be Mr. Curtis Bashaw “Atlantic City the Renaissance Continues” Approx attendance: 350. Past sponsors; Borgata Casino & Hotel, SMG, ACCVA, South Jersey Industries, and June 12th , Bally’s Park Place.-2008 ( CMX Engineers) Exclusive

Summer Mixer: Annual Late Summer Event to help raise Monies for the Scholarship Foundation: Approx Attendance 250: Always a NEW Member Location, 2007 at Bally’s Beach Bar. Past sponsors:  Fox-Rothschild, Sun Bank, Bally’s Casino Hotel, The Press 2008: Located THE PIER - One Atlantic Ocean – 3rd floor

Fall Installation and Awards Gala: Major event with attendance from 800 -1200. Past Sponsors: Commerce Bank, AC Coin and Slot, Gold Foundation, SJ Industries, Trump, Harrah’s Entertainment, ACCVA, Ole Hansen and Sons, SOSH Architects, Bacharach Hospital, The Press, Cooper Levenson, PBC, and Globe Vending. This is a very exclusive and limited event. Please call for details.

OPTIONS FOR PARTICIPATION

INDEPENDENT SPONSORSHIP: Level #1- ($1,500.00)

SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:
A. Independent and exclusive sponsorship for the entire event.

B. Table of 12 with signage, priority seating, and name recognition at the event by public announcement, banner and signage (see www.acmetbiz.com winter photo gallery photo #3). You may also distribute brochures and promotional items.

C. Advertisement in the bi-monthly newsletter with featured article about you, and acknowledgment in all press and media coverage.

D. You’ll become our featured member for four months, with a link to your homepage (see www.acmetbiz.com).

E. Recognized and promoted on MBCA E-Blast minimum listing: twice a Month.

CO-SPONSORSHIP: Level #2- ($1,200.00)
Your business/group/organization would be promoted for the next MBCA event as a co-sponsor in partnership with another business.

SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:
A. Table of 12 with signage, priority seating, and name recognition at the event by public announcement, banner and signage (see www.acmetbiz.com winter photo gallery photo #3). You may also distribute brochures and promotional items.

B. Advertisement in the bi-monthly newsletter with featured article about you, and acknowledgment in all press and media coverage.

C. You’ll become our featured member for four months, with a link to your homepage (see www.acmetbiz.com).

D. No Similar Co-Sponsorship (example: Bank #1 and Bank #2)

E. Recognized and promoted on MBCA E-Blast minimum listing: twice a Month.

Thank you for your consideration and interest in our organization.

For more information or details about the MBCA, contact Gary Hill @ 609-348-1903.

Become a part of Atlantic City by being a part of the MBCA!

Contact
Gary Hill- Community Relations: 609-348-1903 or ghill@1616pr.com