(Re)route: Reconnecting the Ecosystem - 2023 AEO NATIONAL CONFERENCE - SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2023 AEO NATIONAL CONFERENCE (Re)route: Reconnecting the Ecosystem MAY 1–3, 2023 DETROIT, MICHIGAN
In the wake of the pandemic, supply The time is now for us to
reconnect through shared
chain disruptions, inflation, higher
vision and synergized
interest rates, a looming recession, and innovation around these
vast and complex problems.
staffing shortages remain as obstacles
For the first time ever,
for small businesses and practitioners AEO’s Annual Conference
is bringing together the
alike. These challenges have left
entire ecosystem—including
the business ecosystem fractured small business owners—to
remedy the side effects of the
and siloed. As a result, there is no
pandemic and the instability
coordinated approach to solving these left in its wake.
challenges that harness resources and
The 2023 Conference theme,
ideas across the ecosystem. (Re)route: Reconnecting
the Ecosystem, will serve as
the rally point for small business advocates, microlenders, and small business
owners to propose practical and policy solutions that can catalyze tangible
change. The conference will feature insightful plenary sessions, currated
content for small business owners, and practitioner working groups that
include specialized content for both rural and urban communities.
In the spirit of re-routing, AEO is headed back to Detroit, a city known for its
resilience and transformative innovation. On May 1-3, 2023, this convening will
chart a new course toward actionable strategies that will unify key actors to
bring about deep and lasting impact for Main Street.
Connie Evans
PRESIDENT & CEO We look forward to seeing you in Detroit!
Sincerely,
Connie E. Evans
President & CEO
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Detroit Marriott at
the Renaissance Center
Why AEO? Detroit
Every organization that is doing the work we embody the ideals that we champion. This year’s national conference will take place Detroit has something for everyone and was
of championing equitable financing and Our diverse staff is a direct reflection of the in Detroit, Michigan at the Detroit Marriott at recently named one of the world’s 50 greatest
microbusiness growth should be connected diversity of the people we serve. In addition, the Renaissance Center. places in 2022, by TIME Magazine. The city
to AEO and aligned with AEO’s voice as we’ve historically produced the most diverse features award-winning and up-and-coming
we continue to expand the microbusiness speaker lineup in the entire industry. At AEO, Detroit is the ideal place to host this year’s restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisines,
ecosystem and drive innovation within we don’t just talk about the work that needs conference as the city embraces risk-taking scenic and social parks, and a walkable
it. Why? We are the trusted voice of to be done; we lead the way through action. entrepreneurs, creative incubators, and international riverfront. Visitors can enjoy the
entrepreneurs, not only because of our innovative small businesses. Detroit is the recently expanded Motown Museum, the
deep body of expertise, but also because country’s largest predominantly Black city Charles H. Wright Museum of African American
and is home to over 50,000 minority-owned History, and The Henry Ford Museum. The
small businesses. area’s notable landmarks also include the GM
Renaissance Center and Hart Plaza.
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AEO by the Numbers Sponsorships
OUR MEMBERS
THE SPONSOR EXPERIENCE 8
Large network of 50+
CDFI States and
2,600+ small business
lenders
territories PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $200K+ 9
members and
counting
GOLD SPONSOR $100K+ 10
COVID-19 RESPONSE Over $33B in value captured through
advocacy efforts such as: SILVER SPONSOR $75K+ 11
Trusted guidance Codification and funding of the Minority
delivered to
Business Development Agency (MBDA)
3,000 through the Build Back Better Act BRONZE SPONSOR $50K+ 12
small businesses
through direct
#300M+ participation in AEO’s
Innovation Hub
$600 million expansion of the
in grants facilitated cohorts Community Advantage Program through
the Build Back Better Act FRIENDS OF AEO UP TO $50K 13
Support for over 100,000 businesses
through the Restaurant Revitalization Act
A FEW
OF OUR
PARTNERS
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THE SPONSOR PRESIDENT’S This exclusive circle of sponsors
EXPERIENCE CIRCLE
provides significant leadership by
supporting the major gatherings
$200K+
that anchor and define the 2023
conference.
As a sponsor of AEO’s 2023 conference, your brand will receive
prime exposure to business leaders, entrepreneurs, CDFIs, and
other organizations that champion small businesses throughout Exclusive sponsorship Activation onsite at
Opportunity to share
15–30
the country. Through multiple engagement opportunities such as opportunities (select one): the President’s
Awards Gala Sponsor or Reception
special events, activations, technology, and more, your brand will
second video reel during a Virtual Platform Sponsor
be showcased across multiple channels before, during, and after main stage session
the conference. Your brand will receive high-impact exposure
across print and digital communication streams during and leading
up to the conference. Opportunity to showcase Primary placement Primary placement
a course or resource on on-site signage on the conference
on AEO’s RESILI website
Sponsorships are subject to final details outlined in the signed platform, which serves
Sponsorship Agreement. entrepreneurs with
resources for business
growth
ABOUT AEO A main stage
The Association for Enterprise Opportunity
6 10 speaking
opportunity
conference awards gala
registrations tickets
is the leading voice of innovation for microfinance and microbusiness.
Our mission is to create economic opportunity for underserved entrepreneurs
throughout the United States. We engineer transformational change Item placement Logo acknowledgement Prominent
through research, convening, incubation, and advocacy in order to in conference at breakfast, lunch, acknowledgement in
foster a robust and inclusive marketplace. swag bag breaks and President’s Program Book and
Reception Press Release
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GOLD Gold Sponsors are at the core SILVER AEO is always looking for ways to help
SPONSOR SPONSOR
of the conference’s focus on conference attendees deepen their
empowering Main Street through understanding of microbusinesses and
$100K+ $75K+
access to information and how best to support them. We invite
business services. Silver Sponsors to join in this work by
sponsoring important breakout sessions
with industry experts, covering a vast
array of topics that impact Main Street.
Opportunity to share Activation onsite at the Opportunity to Logo placement on the Placement on on-site signage
15–30
Welcome Reception showcase a course or virtual platform
resource on AEO’s
second video reel RESILI platform, which
during a main stage serves entrepreneurs
3
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with resources for
conference website
business growth
conference registrations
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BRONZE Before and throughout the conference, FRIENDS We invite Friends of AEO to support
SPONSOR OF AEO
attendees will be invited to join in a this year’s conference and deepen their
number of opportunities designed connection with our attendees and
$50K+ UP TO $50K
to promote engagement in our partners during this important event.
conference theme. We invite Bronze
Sponsors to support this year’s
conference by connecting with key
market entities that support AEO’s
work and mission.
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swag bag virtual platform
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12 | AEO 2023 CONFERENCE AEO 2023 CONFERENCE | 13Join us in Detroit! To learn more about sponsoring the AEO 2023 National Microbusiness Conference, or to discuss custom packages, please contact: Connie E. Evans, President & CEO cevans@aeoworks.org Corey Briscoe, Vice President Strategic Engagement & Communications cbriscoe@aeoworks.org AEO 1310 L Street, NW Suite 830 Washington, DC 20005 www.aeoworks.org
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