CHAPTER + EVENT SPONSORSHIP 2017

CHAPTER + EVENT SPONSORSHIP 2017 CONNECTING WITH COLORADO S ARCHITECTS

Who is AIA Colorado? Find out more about AIA Colorado in our State of Colorado 2015-2016: Connecting Colorado s Architects. AIA Colorado is a state-wide Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. We are the voice of the architectural profession in Colorado. As a membership organization for architects, designers, those working towards licensure and allied industry professionals, AIA Colorado inspires members to be leaders in the collaborative design of a quality built environment. Through advocacy, leadership development, education and resources for architects, our organization is designing a better world. task forces. Our goal is to connect members at all career stages to professional development opportunities and resources, as well as social and networking opportunities. All of our programs, events and initiatives are geared towards industry best practices, collaboration, and mutually beneficial relationships among our members, affiliates and sponsors. Our robust 2017 calendar includes conferences, seminars, code classes, design awards programs, awards galas, community outreach initiatives, advocacy efforts, local and state board meetings, committees and To engage with AIA Colorado and reserve your opportunities for 2017, please contact: office@aiacolorado.org Chapter Sponsorship is a great way to get involved, stay connected and meet our members year-round. 2 Designing and building Colorado s future is a collaborative effort and we want to partner with you. Chapter Sponsorships are a great way to get directly involved with the Colorado Chapter of the American Institute of Architects and our members with yearround exposure. Chapter Sponsors accelerate their business development goals by cultivating relationships with AIA members and staff, and expanding their reach within the architectural, design and construction community. We are pleased to present our 2017 Chapter Sponsorship Packages and welcome the opportunity to sit down with you to better understand your business, your goals, and how we can help. AIA Colorado provides a unique platform for industry leaders and smaller companies alike to maximize marketing reach, create awareness and demand for your products and services, and connect with architects and design professionals from around the state. Through exclusive benefits and services, Chapter Sponsors have unparalleled exposure to over 2,400 architectural and professional affiliate members throughout the entire year. As an added bonus, chapter sponsorship supports an industry vital to the growth, resilience, and improvement of our statewide communities. We invite you make a valuable investment in both your company and Colorado s built environment.

CHAPTER SPONSORSHIP ECLUSIVE BENEFITS Sponsor profile and announcement included in enews (4,000+ subscribers) Complimentary ad(s) in weekly Happenings delivered to AIA Colorado members (4,000+ subscribers) PLATINUM $ 10,000 GOLD $ 6,500 SILVER $ 3,500 2 2 1 Recognition in footer of weekly Happenings (4,000+ subscribers) Large Recognition on AIA Colorado homepage and sponsor page Large Facebook post and tweet sent out by AIA Colorado 1 / Month 1 / Quarter 1 / Year Industry / Company-related article in enews (delivered to 4,000 opt-in subscribers) Complimentary ad(s) in twice-monthly enews delivered to AIA Colorado members Digital ad on the AIA Colorado Jobs Board page for 2 consecutive weeks (most highly trafficked page of the website) 1 / Quarter 2 / Year 2 2 1 Upgraded Find an Expert listing on AIA Colorado s website Discount on 2017 AIA Colorado event sponsorship packages (does not apply to exclusive-level event sponsorships) Discount on 2017 Practice + Design Conference Exhibit Booth, with premium booth placement (includes 2 exhibit hall badges) Marketing insert placed in the Practice + Design Conference goodie bags Registrations to the AIA Colorado 2017 Practice + Design Conference (Keystone) Tickets to the 2017 AIA Colorado and Local Design Awards Gala (Denver) Tickets to (use all for one event, or spread over a few): + AIA Colorado Symposium & AIA10 Awards Gala (Denver) + AIA Colorado West Awards Gala (Vail) + AIA Colorado South Winter Symposium & Reception (C. Springs) Verbal sponsorship recognition at the AIA Colorado 2017 Practice + Design Conference (Keystone) Verbal sponsorship recognition at the 2017 AIA Colorado and Local Awards Gala (Denver) 20% 15% 10% 100% 30% 20% 3 2 1 4 3 2 4 total 3 total 2 total Display sponsor-provided collateral materials at AIA Colorado office Complimentary set(s) of pre-printed AIA Colorado membership mailing labels to announce your events, promote products and/or services (lists do not contain email addresses per AIA national policy) 3 2 1 3

2017 AIA Colorado Event Sponsorship AIA Colorado is pleased to present our 2017 event sponsorship opportunities, including several new events! Throughout the year, we will offer a variety of events and programs that provide a unique platform for industry leaders and smaller companies alike to maximize their marketing reach, create awareness and demand for products and services, and connect with architects and design professionals from around the state. Our sponsorships are designed to meet any budget and provide real value. In addition to having a presence at programs and events, your sponsorship supports an industry vital to the growth, resilience and improvement of our statewide communities. We invite you to take advantage of all the benefits our 2017 event sponsorship packages have to offer! AIA Colorado Symposium + AIA10 Awards Gala Friday, June 2, 2017 Denver AIA Colorado is pleased to announce this new and exciting event that will kick-off with a theme of Personal and Community Legacy. Two of our most popular events have now combined for what promises to be a day full of opportunities to interact with members, network and get additional exposure for your company. The event will begin with a half-day symposium featuring renowned speakers from Colorado and across the country. The symposium will be capped off by the AIA10 Awards Gala (formerly called the Young Architects Awards Gala) to celebrate the work of architects licensed 10 years or less, students and associates. Last year s awards gala sold out and 2017 looks to attract over 300 attendees for the gala, hosted at Gensler. This event is being organized by the AIA Colorado Emerging Professionals Committee. 2017 AIA Colorado & Local Awards Gala Friday, August 18, 2017 Denver Due to the popularity of this annual event, and limited venue space during the Practice + Design Conference, we are pleased to announce that the AIA Colorado and Local Awards Gala will now be held in Downtown Denver this summer. It will be the same great event celebrating the winners of the AIA Colorado Design and Honor Awards as well as recognizing the work from members across the state. We will now be able to accommodate the high demand for tickets to an event that is consistently sold out; we expect to have over 400 attendees. AIA Colorado 2017 Practice + Design Conference Thursday, September 21, - Saturday, September 23, 2017 Keystone Each year, AIA Colorado hosts a state-wide practice and design conference featuring distinguished speakers from around the country, the AIA Colorado annual business meeting, and an exhibit hall featuring industry leaders in products, services and technology. The conference attracts between 700-800 people and provides exhibitors and sponsors with a unique opportunity to generate exposure and awareness about their offerings to architects and industry professionals. The exhibit hall is expected to sell out quickly again, so please make sure to register early for a booth as well as sign-up to be an event sponsor for this key industry conference. 4

AIA Colorado West 2017 Awards Gala Friday, October 6, 2017 Vail Join us in celebrating the award-winning projects for the AIA Colorado West Section. This event is a great opportunity to socialize, network and connect with members in the Western part of the state. There are typically around 100 attendees at this event. Building Enclosure Council (BEC) Fall Seminar Thursday, October 12, 2017 Denver This is a unique half-day seminar focused on highly relevant topics to building enclosure systems. There are typically between 100-120 attendees at this event including an area for exhibit tables. If you would like to be notified of future events as they develop this year, please let us know by contacting office@aiaicolorado.org AIA Colorado South Winter Symposium Friday, December 8, 2017 Colorado Springs The AIA Colorado South Winter Symposium, hosted by the AIA Colorado South section, will include educational programming followed by a reception. Last year the event drew between 80-100 people, and we expect this half-day of concentrated programing to draw a larger crowd in 2017. This is a great opportunity to network with our members and affiliates in this region of the state. Practice + Design Conference Exhibitor Opportunities 8 x 10 Exhibit Booth All exhibit booths include 2 exhibit hall badges. Additional exhibit hall badges may be purchased for $175 per badge. Exhibit hall badges include access to the exhibit hall, daily breakfast and lunch, and the President s Reception. You may select and register for your exhibit booth now through the AIA Colorado Conference website (aiacoconference.org). Full conference registrations are also available at the regular conference rate with registration opening on July 21. Early Bird Booth Rate: $ 1,500 (available until Thursday, July 27) Regular Booth Rate: $ 1,700 (Friday, July 28 Friday, Sept. 15) Door Prizes Take advantage of this fun and engaging opportunity for your organization to gain more exposure during the conference by providing door-prizes for attendees. AIA Colorado will conduct prize drawings during the evening President s Reception and during lunch on the exhibit floor. Each prize drawing features an announcement of the donating organization and a photo opportunity with the winner at your exhibit space. The drawings are always very popular and have included a wide range of items including: golf accessories, electronics, wine and spirits, event tickets, gift cards, and of course exhibitor products and services. Companies providing information about their door prizes by Monday, August 21, will be included in the Conference Resource Guide with listings highlighting their participation. Please list your prize(s) on the registration form, or email office@aiacolorado.org. 5

Additional Marketing Opportunities Practice + Design Conference Marketing Insert A valuable opportunity to include a promotional item or marketing materials in the conference goodie bag provided to all attendees on-site. There is a one-insert limit per company. Inserts, which may include items such as pens, notepads, brochures, collateral materials or other promotional items, must be no larger than 8.5 x 11. AIA Colorado must receive 650 inserts by Thursday, Sept. 7. Insert rate for AIA and Professional Affiliate Members: $ 400 Insert rate for Non-members: $ 500 Practice + Design Conference Resource Guide Ad Ad space is available in the printed Practice + Design Conference Resource Guide, which is distributed to all attendees, exhibitors and sponsors at the conference. The Guide includes a full conference schedule, speaker and program information, door prizes to be raffled, an exhibit hall map and directory and other important general information. AIA Colorado must receive final artwork by Wednesday, August 23. Ad space is non-refundable. Ad Size Width Height Cost Full Page 7 10 $ 800 1/2 Page Horizontal 7 4.875 $ 450 1/4 Page Vertical 3.5 4.875 $ 300 Ads in Happenings or enews Happenings (weekly), 150 pixels x 300 pixels - distributed approximately 48 weeks (excludes weeks that include a major holiday or AIA event) per year to more than 4,000 subscribers. enews (every other Wednesday), 150 pixels x 300 pixels - distributed approximately 26 weeks per year to more than 4,000 subscribers. Ad Rates One Week $ 300 Four Weeks Eight Weeks Twelve Weeks $ 1,080 (10% discount off single-week rate) $ 2,040 (15% discount off single-week rate) $ 2,700 (25% discount off single-week rate) 6

7 AIA Colorado Symposium + AIA10 Awards Gala (S+AG) Friday, June 2, 2017 Denver Event Sponsor Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Registrations for The Symposium Tickets to AIA10 Awards Gala Custom banner advertisement in the Symposium on-site program and the Awards Gala on-site program Custom banner ad in Things to Know Before You Go email Recognition on event invitation email reminders, post-event thank you, and event webpage Give-away item included in the Symposium attendee bags Number of promotional slides included in the intermission and break at the Symposium and the networking portions of the awards gala Verbal sponsorship recognition at the Symposium and Awards Gala Signage with company logo displayed at the Symposium Signage with company logo displayed at the Gala Additional Benefits Legacy $4,000 Exclusive 5 5 Large 3 Custom napkins with sponsor logo used at the Symposium for refreshment breaks and at the awards gala Make brief company related remarks and introduce the Symposium Keynote Speaker and introduce the AIA10 Jury Chair Exhibit table at the symposium Provide VIP photo backdrop with company logo for the awards gala Platinum $2,000 3 4 4 2 Make brief company related remarks and introduce a Symposium Speaker Gold $1,500 Unlimited 3 3 1 Silver $1,000 Unlimited 2 2 1 Symposium Attendee Bag Sponsor $900 Exclusive 1 Company logo or custom design printed on all symposium attendee bags AIA10 Awards Gala Reception Sponsor $800 4 3 Custom napkins with sponsor logo used at the awards gala included on the 8 bar front total bar size: 8 x 3.7 x 3 (L x H x W) Symposium Coffee & Refreshment Break Sponsor $600 3 2 Custom napkins with sponsor logo used at the Symposium for refreshment breaks Provide or bring custom table cloths, coffee cups or coffee cup sleeves SOLD OUT AIA10 Wristband Sponsor $400 Exclusive 1 Company logo on wrist bands worn by all attendees during the event

8 2017 AIA Colorado & Local Awards Gala Event Sponsor Friday, August 18, 2017 Denver Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Tickets to the AIA Colorado & Local Awards Gala Recognition on Gala invite sent to AIA Colorado Members (must commit by June 21, 2017 to be included) Recognition in Gala program Signage with company logo displayed prominently at the Gala Recognition on the event webpage Verbal recognition at the Gala Promotional slides included in the presentation during the networking portions of the event Additional Benefits Diamond $4,000 Exclusive 6 Large Large Large Large 6 Make company related and welcome remarks at the beginning of the gala Provide VIP photo backdrop with company logo and AIA Colorado logo Provide a give-away item to event attendees (must be an actual item like a mug or keychain, not a brochure or flyer) Platinum $3,000 4 5 5 Gold $2,500 Unlimited 4 4 Banquet $2,500 4 4 4 Custom napkins with company logo used at the event Sponsor recognition signage at the Gala bars/buffets Silver $1,500 Unlimited 3 3 Bronze $1,000 Unlimited 2 2

9 AIA Colorado 2017 Practice + Design Conference September 21-23, 2017 Keystone Traditional Sponsorship Opportunities Sponsorship agreements must be received no later than Friday, August 25, to guarantee inclusion in the onsite resource guide. Event Sponsor Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Practice + Design Conference registrations Discount on 8 x 10 exhibit booth (includes 2 exhibit hall badges) Opportunity to introduce a conference speaker and make brief company related remarks (2-3 minutes) Complimentary color ad in the Conference Resource Guide (due August 23, 2017) Recognition in the conference postcard mailer (must commit by June 16, 2017 to be included) Recognition on large signage prominently displayed throughout the conference area Recognition on the AIA Colorado conference website and in e-mail announcements to members promoting conference Recognition in the Things to Know Before You Go email sent to all registered attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and speakers right before the conference Verbal recognition during the conference Place marketing insert in the attendee conference bags Set of AIA Colorado membership mailing labels to announce company participation in the conference Final attendee list with mailing addresses Additional Benefits SOLD OUT Diamond $6,000 Exclusive 4 100% Full Large Large Large Opportunity to have a second display or exhibit booth in the conference center lobby at no charge Company logo displayed prominently, and exclusively, on large banners and signage throughout the conference area Company logo on the AIA Colorado home page for two (2) months prior to the conference Platinum $5,000 Unlimited 3 35% Full and and Gold $4,000 Unlimited 2 25% Half and and Silver $3,000 Unlimited 1 20% Quarter and and Bronze $2,000 Unlimited 1 15% Quarter and and

10 AIA Colorado 2017 Practice + Design Conference September 21-23, 2017 Keystone Hosting Sponsorship Opportunities Sponsorship agreements must be received no later than Friday, August 25, to guarantee inclusion in the onsite resource guide. Event Sponsor Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Practice + Design Conference registrations Recognition in the conference postcard mailer (must commit by June 16, 2017 to be included) Recognition on large signage prominently displayed throughout the conference and event area Recognition on the AIA Colorado conference website and in e-mail announcements to members promoting conference Recognition in the Things to Know before You Go email sent to all registered attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and speakers right before the conference Verbal recognition during the event Recognition included in slide show during event Additional Benefits AIA Colorado Annual Business Meeting & Lunch Saturday, Sept. 23 $2,500 Exclusive 1 Company representative may introduce the AIA Colorado Annual Business Meeting and make brief company related remarks Designated VIP Table for company representatives and colleagues Custom cocktail napkins with company logo Place marketing insert at each seat for the luncheon (limited of one piece per chair) President s Reception Thursday, Sept. 21 $2,500 3 1 2 complimentary tickets to the President s Reception Custom cocktail napkins with company logo Purchase a package of drink tickets for attendees printed with company name and logo Provide custom (glass or plastic) cups for use at the event Conference Breakfast Sponsorship $1,500 1 /day 1 Company logo listed as Breakfast Sponsor on signage at each buffet table Conference Lunch Sponsorship $1,500 1 /day 1 Company logo listed as Lunch Sponsor on signage at each buffet table

11 AIA Colorado 2017 Practice + Design Conference September 21-23, 2017 Keystone Branding Sponsorship Opportunities - SOLD OUT Sponsorship agreements must be received no later than Friday, August 25, to guarantee inclusion in the onsite resource guide. Event Sponsor Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Practice + Design Conference registrations Recognition in the conference postcard mailer (must commit by June 16, 2017 to be included) Recognition on large signage prominently displayed throughout the conference and event area Recognition on the AIA Colorado conference website and in e-mail announcements to members promoting conference Recognition in the Things to Know before You Go email sent to all registered attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and speakers right before the conference Place marketing insert in the attendee conference bags Additional Benefits SOLD OUT Conference Bag Sponsor $1,000 Exclusive 1 Company logo on conference bags distributed to all attendees (Bags provided by sponsor, pre-approved by AIA Colorado; estimated quantity: 650) SOLD OUT Conference Lanyard Sponsor & Badge Sponsor $2,000 Exclusive 1 Company logo included on all conference name badges and lanyards distributed to all attendees (lanyards provided by sponsor, preapproved by AIA Colorado; estimated quantity: 650) SOLD OUT WiFi Sponsor $2,000 Exclusive 1 WiFi access code customized to your company name. AIA Colorado will print cards with the access code and your logo. Cards will be given to all attendees, exhibitors and sponsors on-site

12 AIA Colorado West 2017 Awards Gala Friday, October 6, 2017 Vail Event Sponsor Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Tickets to the AIA Colorado West Design Awards Gala Signage with company logo displayed prominently at the Gala Recognition in gala program Company logo included in the slide presentation during the networking portions of the event Promotional slides included in the presentation during the networking portions of the event Recognition on the event webpage Recognition on the event invitation email reminders Additional Benefits Diamond $2,500 Exclusive 5 Large Large 2 Large Large Introduce the Jury Chair (keynote presenter) on stage at the Gala Custom cocktail napkins with company logo used at the event Platinum $1,250 Unlimited 4 2 Gold $600 Unlimited 2 1 Silver $350 Unlimited 1

13 AIA Colorado South Winter Symposium Friday, December 8, 2017 Colorado Springs Event Sponsor Sponsorship Levels Cost Number of Sponsorships Available Tickets to the AIA Colorado South Winter Symposium Signage with company logo displayed prominently at the symposium Recognition in Symposium program Company logo included in the slide presentation during the networking portions of the event Promotional slides included in the presentation during the networking portions of the event Recognition on the event webpage Recognition on the event email reminders Additional Benefits Diamond $1,500 Exclusive 4 Large Large 2 Large Large Make brief company related remarks (2-3 minutes) and introduce the Keynote Speaker Provide a giveaway item Platinum $1,000 Unlimited 3 2 Make brief company related remarks (2-3 minutes) and introduce a Speaker Provide a giveaway item Gold $600 Unlimited 2 1 Silver $450 Unlimited 2

AIA Colorado is grateful for the support of our 2016 Chapter Sponsors > Platinum CAD-1 initial.aec Monroe & Newell Engineers, Inc. > Silver GE Johnson Construction Company KL&A, Inc. Rocky Mountain Prestress > Gold Adolfson & Peterson Construction JVA, Inc. Ken s Reproductions, LLLP Martin/Martin, Inc. USI Colorado LLC > Bronze MKK Consulting Engineers, Inc. The RMH Group Thornton Tomasetti, Inc. WSP + ccrd Disclaimers Please note that discounts cannot be combined. If more than one discount is available through a combination of membership or multiple sponsorships, the highest single discount will be provided. All sponsorships are non-refundable. AIA Colorado does not guarantee results for any individual sponsor or exhibitor. Sponsorship benefits are non-transferable and must be used within the 2017 calendar year. Advanced payment is required for sponsor recognition. AIA Colorado does not solely by virtue of its sponsorships endorse or support the opinions, products or services provided by individual sponsors. AIA Colorado is a professional association organized under IRS requirements as a 501(c)(6) business league. Sponsorships are not tax deductible as charitable contributions on a federal income tax return. 303 East 17th Avenue, Suite 110 Denver, Colorado 80203 303-446-2266 aiacolorado.org AIA Colorado 2017 Contact: 303.446.2266 office@aiacolorado.org Information as of January 2017; may be subject to change.