2019 EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES - YOUR GUIDE TO AIA MEMPHIS 2019 TOP-TIER SPONSORSHIPS
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2019 EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES
YOUR GUIDE TO AIA MEMPHIS 2019 TOP-TIER SPONSORSHIPS
YOUR PARTNER FOR 2019
AIA Memphis celebrates the launch of our three-year Strategic Plan in 2019, and we welcome your
partnership as we expand our impact and influence throughout West Tennessee. There are many ways
to participate: this package is your guide to our exclusive and top-tier sponsorship opportunities
throughout the year. We highlight our top-tier sponsors with a comprehensive benefits package
exclusive to each event, which positions your company in front of Memphis architects and the design
industry through targeted, professional communication.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT A GLANCE
The opportunities presented in this package have limited availability. To inquire, please contact the AIA Memphis office at
901.525.3818 or hkoury@aiamemphis.org. Additional opportunities including The Gala, the return of the Design Auction and
Emerging Professionals Leadership Program, and the AIA Memphis Golf Tournament will be released later in November.
CORNERSTONE EVENTS
The Gala
Design Auction
AIA Memphis Golf Tournament
LEADERSHIP EVENTS
Board of Directors Annual Retreat
Emerging Professionals Leadership Program
Board of Directors Election and Member Party
AIA Memphis Past Presidents Dinner
EDUCATIONAL SERIES
Third Thursday Design Lectures
Special Design Lecture with Memphis in May International Festival
Special Design Lecture with the University of Memphis Department of Architecture
Architects’ Panel on Design
BIM Focus Group Series
Special Exhibitions
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS + MEMBER EVENTS
Emerging Professionals After-Hours Events and Site Tours
Architecture Tours for Members
Summer College Intern Events
Summer Member/Family Day-Out Event
MARKETING OPPORTUNITY
Exclusively Monthly Sponsorship of AIA Memphis Website
ADDITIONAL EXCLUSIVE EVENTS
If you are interested in social events exclusive to your company, or have general questions, please contact Heather at
901.525.3818 or hkoury@aiamemphis.org.
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CORNERSTONE EVENTS
THE GALA
TOP-TIER RED CARPET SPONSOR $4,500
Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, industry leaders, emerging professionals
Anticipated Attendance : 250+
Points of Exposure : Printed invitations, electronic communications, Third Thursday program recognition (multiple), on-site
verbal/print/digital, website, social media (exclusive to Red Carpet Sponsor)
Distribution : 400+ invitations, 1800+ emails, 2000+ social media touch points (exclusive to Red Carpet Sponsor), on-site
recognition
Date : April 2019
The Red Carpet sponsorship of The Gala offers exclusive benefits including on-site red carpet photo area featuring your logo,
on-site exposure, and expansive social media traffic. Your company is exclusively featured on the cover of the printed
invitation and program, in addition to being listed with top billing anywhere sponsors are listed. You will also receive an
exclusive listing on the Gala event banner which is located on the homepage of the AIA Memphis website leading up to the
event. New benefits this year include: a complimentary table-top sponsorship; AIA Memphis storefront window promotion on
South Main; and the option to offer curated guest favors in coordination with the planning committee. Other benefits include:
greatest frequency of recognition in the looping presentation of projects during the cocktail portion of the event; verbal
recognition opening the program portion of the event and in closing; inside cover color program ad; reserved parking; and ten
tickets. As planning continues, we look forward to offering you additional and unique benefits from what promises to be a
wonderful celebration! This event will take place April 2019.
DESIGN AUCTION
TOP-TIER PRESENTING SPONSOR $4,500
Audience : Architecture and design industry, collectors, art and design enthusiasts, general public
Anticipated Attendance : 250+
Points of Exposure : Marketing materials, print advertising, tv and radio (exclusive to Presenting Sponsor), electronic
communications, on-site at event, website, social media, additional opportunities as available
Date : June 2019
The Design Auction is a one-of-a-kind event that features a curated collection of original work and authorized reproductions
from iconic designers of our past, and great designers and makers of today. Each piece is selected by a review team of
collectors, artists, and architects, and showcased exhibition-style the evening of the event. Many of the pieces can be found
in private and public collections around the world. This is not your ordinary auction! Join us as we explore the sophisticated
and whimsical world of design. This event will take place June 2019.
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CORNERSTONE EVENTS
AIA MEMPHIS GOLF TOURNAMENT
TOP-TIER TOURNAMENT SPONSOR $3,500
Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, industry leaders, emerging professionals
Anticipated Attendance : 144 players plus volunteers and fellow sponsors
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, Third Thursday program recognition (multiple), on-site verbal/print/cart
display, website, social media, and Golf Promotion Contest at the July Third Thursday and more!
Distribution : 1800+ emails, 2000+ social media touch points, on-site recognition
Date : September 27, 2019 at Windyke Country Club
The AIA Memphis Golf Tournament is a favorite in the design community! Always a sell-out, we ensure the players and
sponsors have the highest level experience ranging from a fantastic course and great prizes, to unique on-course
entertainment along the way hosted by our amazing partners in the industry. Just a few of your on-site benefits:
complimentary Hole Sponsorship; table available at registration for product and promotional display; company banner at
course entrance; company branded player goodie bags and material placement in player goodie bags; company name on
eight (8) hole signs; your own branded golf cart for the day; and a 4 person (1 team) registration. But benefits begin way
before the day-of, including: website and social media exposure; multiple Third Thursday recognitions; and member
communications beginning in June!
LEADERSHIP EVENTS
AIA MEMPHIS BOARD OF DIRECTORS ANNUAL RETREAT
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $300
Audience : AIA Memphis Board of Directors, AIA Tennessee Board of Directors- Memphis Representatives
Anticipated Attendance : 20
Points of Exposure : attendance at retreat lunch, electronic communications, on-site verbal/print, social media
Date : January 2019
Show your support of the 2019 Board of Directors and AIA Memphis by sponsoring their breakfast and lunch as they begin
to implement the 2019-2021 AIA Memphis Strategic Plan! You will also be invited to join the Board for lunch as they take a
break from planning and visit with their colleagues.
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LEADERSHIP EVENTS
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
TOP-TIER PRESENTING SPONSOR $2,500 (only two available)
Audience : West Tennessee firms, emerging professionals, Fellows of the AIA
Anticipated Participation : up to 20 candidates
Points of Exposure : 900+ emails, Third Thursday recognition (multiple), promotional material, commencement
invitations, on-site recognition, recognition at all Leadership Program sessions in print and verbal, opportunity to speak at
commencement and attend select Leadership Program sessions
Dates : June 2019 -June 2020
The AIA Memphis Leadership Program is held bi-annually to prepare the next generation of leaders to serve and lead the
design profession in their firms and in the community. In alignment with the 2019-2021 AIA Memphis Strategic Plan, the
10-month program will feature leadership curricula in the areas of advocacy, design, professional practice, and community
engagement. Program participants range from recent graduates to architects licensed 10 years or less, and class size will
be limited to recognized emerging leaders from Memphis firms and non-traditional work settings.
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AIA MEMPHIS BOARD ELECTION AND MEMBER PARTY
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $2,000
Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, industry leaders, emerging professionals
Anticipated Attendance : 100+
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, Third Thursday program recognition, on-site verbal, website, social media
Distribution : 900+ emails, 600+ social media touch points, on-site recognition
Date : November 2019
The Board Election and Member Party is AIA Memphis’ only member-exclusive annual event hosted by AIA Memphis and
free to our membership. It is also the leading event that brings the AIA Memphis leadership together, spanning over 6
decades and 76 firms. As the sponsor, your company will be recognized as the sole partner making this event possible. Not
only will your company be recognized in the points of exposure mentioned, but you will also be invited to speak in front of
the group in thanks to the outgoing board, prior to the presentation of the 2020 Board Slate.
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LEADERSHIP EVENTS
AIA MEMPHIS PAST PRESIDENTS DINNER
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $2,500 + bar tab
Audience : AIA Memphis Past Presidents and 2019 President
Anticipated Attendance : 35+
Points of Exposure : formal printed invitations, electronic communications, on-site recognition
Date : 2019 date flexible and coordinated with sponsor
As the exclusive sponsor of this invitation-only event, you will be recognized on formal invitations that are sent out to every
AIA Memphis Past President, who collectively represent over 20 firms. Two representatives from your company will also
receive invitations to attend this private event, and be invited to address attendees during the opening toast.
EDUCATIONAL SERIES
THIRD THURSDAY DESIGN LECTURES
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP (PER LECTURE) $600
Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, industry leaders, emerging professionals
Anticipated Attendance : 100+
Points of Exposure : e-communications, website, on-site verbal, 3 minute presentation and collateral material distribution
Distribution : 1500+ emails, on-site recognition
Dates : Held every Third Thursday except for December
As an exclusive sponsor of any of our Third Thursday Design Lectures, your company will be recognized in
all of our traditional marketing in addition to receipt of a list of attendee names following the program per request for
targeted company follow-up. Exclusive sponsors will also have the option of hosting an area near check-in to display
materials and products, and hold a prize drawing onsite – a great way to collect business cards.
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EDUCATIONAL SERIES
SPECIAL DESIGN LECTURE WITH MEMPHIS IN MAY
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
EXCLUSIVE RECEPTION SPONSORSHIP $1,000
Audience : Architecture and design industry, Memphis in May followers, art and design enthusiasts, general public
Anticipated Attendance : 100+
Points of Exposure : e-communications, Third Thursday program recognition, on-site verbal/print, website, social media
Distribution Per Session : 1500+ emails, 100+ on-site recognition, 600+ social media touch points (not including any
additional traffic generated by Memphis in May)
Date : May 2019
Your company will be recognized as the event reception partner leading up to and during the evening lecture in all AIA
Memphis marketing and promotion. This special evening lecture is our longest-running community partnership which
brings award-winning national and international design speakers to Memphis. Because this program is in partnership with
Memphis in May, many of your points of exposure will be expanded based on their promotion of the event.
SPECIAL DESIGN LECTURE WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF
MEMPHIS DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE
EXCLUSIVE RECEPTION SPONSORSHIP $1,500
Audience : Architecture and design industry, students and faculty, general public
Anticipated Attendance : 100+
Points of Exposure : e-communications, Third Thursday program recognition, on-site verbal/print, website, social media
Distribution Per Session : 1500+ emails, 100+ on-site recognition, 600+ social media touch points
Date : TBD 2019
Your company will be recognized as the event reception partner leading up to and during the evening lecture in all AIA
Memphis marketing and promotion. This special evening lecture brings award-winning design speakers to Memphis.
Because this program is in partnership with the Department of Architecture, many of your points of exposure will be
expanded based on their promotion of the event. This is a great event to expand your brand hold on architecture
students before they enter into the field!
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EDUCATIONAL SERIES
ARCHITECTS’ PANEL ON DESIGN
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $600
Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, industry leaders, emerging professionals
Anticipated Attendance : 100+
Points of Exposure : e-communications, website, on-site verbal, 3 min. presentation and collateral material distribution
Distribution : 1500+ emails, on-site recognition
Date : TBD 2019
Join AIA Memphis members as they discuss topics relevant to the architecture and design industry, with an emphasis on
our local communities and the role design plays in a sustainable future.
BIM FOCUS GROUP SERIES
EXCLUSIVE SERIES SPONSORSHIP (4 SESSIONS) $2,400
Audience : Design and construction project managers, emerging professionals, engineers
Anticipated Attendance : 30+ per session
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, website, on-site verbal, collateral material distribution on-site,
collaboration with BIM Focus Group Planning Team
Distribution Per Session : 1500+ emails, on-site recognition
Dates : Per Quarter 2019
Our BIM Focus Group luncheons offer an opportunity to reach a varied and diverse attendee demographic including
representatives from the architecture, engineering and construction industry. In 2019, we will continue to expand
partnerships with the construction and engineering sector, and host the series at various architecture firms to provide
geographic diversity reflective of our membership.
SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
EXCLUSIVE EXHIBITION SPONSORSHIP (PER EXHIBITION) $1,000
Audience : Architecture and design industry, general public
Points of Exposure : Marketing materials, advertising, tv and radio (when applicable), electronic communications, on-site
at exhibit, website, social media, additional opportunities as available
This is an exciting opportunity for 2019 as we look at hosting several touring exhibitions in various public spaces around
the city. Please contact Heather for details.
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EMERGING PROFESSIONALS & MEMBERSHIP EVENTS
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS AFTER-HOURS EVENTS AND
SITE TOURS
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $2,500
Audience : AIA Memphis Emerging Professionals (licensed 10 years or less, or seeking licensure)
Anticipated Attendance : varies per event
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, website, on-site verbal, social media and more!
Distribution Per Event : varies per event
We are very excited about the formation of our Emerging Professionals After-Hours Events team who are working on some
fun events for 2019 including Architecture Trivia Night, community service projects, outings, site visits and more! This
exclusive sponsorship provides the opportunity for your company to be the sole sponsor of all designated Emerging
Professional events throughout the year in communications through electronic communications, verbal event promotion at
Third Thursdays, and onsite at each event.
ARCHITECTURE TOURS FOR MEMBERS
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $1,000
Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, industry leaders, emerging professionals
Anticipated Attendance : varies per event
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, website, on-site verbal, social media and more!
Distribution Per Event : varies per event
Your asked, and we answered! We are very excited about opening up select hard hat and site tours to the entire membership
in 2019! Exclusive sponsorship provides the opportunity for your company to be the sole sponsor of all designated all-
member tours throughout the year in communications through various platforms, verbal event promotions at Third
Thursdays and onsite at each event.
9EMERGING PROFESSIONALS & MEMBERSHIP EVENTS
SUMMER COLLEGE INTERN EVENTS
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $1,200
Audience : AIA Memphis firm owners, emerging professionals, summer college interns
Anticipated Attendance : 40+ per event
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, website, on-site verbal, social media, Third Thursday
Distribution : 900+ emails, 600+ social media touch points, on-site recognition
Dates : Early to late summer
Memphis is continuing to lead in the region as a destination for rich cultural, social and architectural experiences. Help us
continue to ensure that Memphis is the place that bright new design and community leaders launch their careers! As our
exclusive sponsor, not only will you align your brand with a commitment to Memphis and the design community, but you will
also receive extensive exposure with our firm partners. Let’s show our Summer Interns how amazing our city and
professional community is!
SUMMER MEMBER/FAMILY DAY-OUT EVENT
EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP $2,500
Audience : Architects, Emerging Professionals, Corporate Partners, and their families
Anticipated Attendance : 100+
Points of Exposure : electronic communications, website, on-site verbal, social media, Third Thursday event recognition
Distribution : 900+ emails, 600+ social media touch points, on-site recognition
Dates : Summer 2019
After polling the membership as part of our Strategic Planning process, it was clear that we needed to bring back a summer
event for our members and their families. As the exclusive sponsor and host, we look forward to working with you on a great
family day-out event!
AIA MEMPHIS WEBSITE SPONSORSHIP MARKETING OPPORTUNITY
SPONSORSHIP RANGE $100-$300 (per month)
Interested in marketing directly to the industry and those seeking design services? We are introducing opportunities on our
new website platform launching January 2019. We will work with your team to develop ad concepts (single month) or ad
campaign concepts (for multiple months) around products, people, and services! Banners and ads will be linked to your
company website.
102019 TOP-TIER & EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP FORM
Please ensure company name is listed exactly as it should appear on promotional material.
Company Name
Main Contact
Office Phone Cell Phone
Main Contact Email
Billing Email (if different)
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Note: Opportunities are confirmed on a first-come basis upon receipt of paperwork. Early commitments receive increased
marketing frequency. To check availability, please contact Heather at 901.525.3818.
Check Selection(s): n/a = no longer available
n/a The Gala | $4,500 | top-tier
_____ Design Auction | $4,500 | top-tier
n/a AIA Memphis Golf Tournament | $3,500 | top-tier
_____ Board of Directors Annual Retreat | $300 | exclusive
_____ Emerging Professionals Leadership Program | $2,500 | only two available
_____ Member Party and Board of Directors Election | $2,000 | exclusive
_____ AIA Memphis Past Presidents Dinner | $2,500 + bar tab | exclusive
_____ Third Thursday Design Lectures | $600 per month (check all that apply) | exclusive
__ January __ February __ March __ April __ May __ June
__ July __ August __ September __ October __ November
_____ Special Design Lecture w/ Memphis In May | $1000 | exclusive
_____ Special Design Lecture w/ Department of Architecture | $1,500 | exclusive
_____ Architects’ Panel on Design | $600 | exclusive
_____ BIM Focus Group Series | $2,400 | exclusive
_____ Special Exhibitions | $1,000 per exhibit | exclusive
_____ Emerging Professionals After-Hours and Site Tours | $2,500 | exclusive
_____ Architecture Tours for Members | $1,000 | exclusive
_____ Summer College Intern Party | $1,200 | exclusive
_____ Summer Member/Family Day-Out | $2.500 | exclusive
_____ Website Marketing | price varies | contact AIA Memphis for availability
1 of 22019 TOP-TIER & EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP FORM
Please submit both pages of the Sponsorship Form to AIA Memphis.
PAYMENT DETAILS
By signing here, I am confirming our company’s support at the level(s) indicated above, and I
understand that benefits will not begin until payment is received.
Representative Signature Date
PAYMENT OPTIONS
___ We Will Pay By Check
Mail your completed form with payment to “AIA Memphis” to:
AIA Memphis
511 South Main Street
Memphis, TN 38103
___ We Will Pay By Credit Card
Please call the AIA Memphis office at 901.525.3818 to arrange for online payment.
The Sponsorship Form (2 pages) are required to reserve these limited opportunities. If an opportunity is
no longer available, the main contact provided will be contacted immediately.
We recommend emailing your completed form to AIA Memphis in advance of payment to
hkoury@aiamemphis.org.
If you have any questions, please contact Heather at 901.525.3818 or hkoury@aiamemphis.org.
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