Partnership Opportunities. 1st Mariner Arena, Du Burns Arena & Baltimore Blast Professional Indoor Soccer Team

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1 Partnership Opportunities 1st Mariner Arena, Du Burns Arena & Baltimore Blast Professional Indoor Soccer Team

2 Ranked #1 Arena in the U.S. for 2011 and 2009 Ranked #2 Arena in 2010 and #3 in 2008 (12,000 to 15,000 seat facilities) Attracts an average of 145 events and over 900,000 guests annually The Arena hosts a variety of concerts, sporting events, comedy tours, family shows, religious groups, corporate events, college graduations, musicals, and much more The Arena reaches fans from all of Maryland, Virginia, parts of West Virginia and as far north as Southern Pennsylvania

3 2011-1st MARINER ARENA GAINS TOP SPOTS AMONG VENUES Another Stellar Year In Review proved to be another stellar year for 1st Mariner Arena. Billboard Magazine recently ranked the Arena #1 in North America among venues with a 10,001-15,000 seating capacity. In addition Venues Today awarded the Arena #3 Worldwide and #1 in North America among venues with 10,001 15,000 seating capacity. Facilities throughout the United States and overseas, were ranked according to venue capacity, total gross, total attendance, total capacity, and number of shows. The 14,000+ seat 1st Mariner Arena hosted over 125 events and welcomed over 850,000 guests through its doors. Events ranged from perennial favorites such as Sesame Street Live and this year s blockbuster Disney on Ice Princess Wishes to a wide range of concert and special events. Megastars Lil Wayne, Jay-Z featuring Kanye West, and Rihanna were just a few of the artists who performed to packed houses. Icons such as Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band and Elton John were also among the stellar list that entertained audiences. For the first time since Baltimore had a professional hockey team the NHL had a pre-season game at 1ST Mariner featuring the Washington Capitals and the Nashville Predators. The Arena continues to be home to Maryland s premier Mixed Martial Arts event Shogun Fights, MISL Indoor Soccer champions Baltimore Blast. The arena continues to be involved in the city of Baltimore. They have many partnerships with great organizations such as Downtown Partnership, Casey Cares Foundation, Kids Love Downtown Baltimore and many others. The support that 1st Mariner Arena shows to the community in Baltimore really embraces the fact that they love this city, and want to continue to see it grow for many years to come. Since 1999, Philadelphia-based, SMG has managed the 1st Mariner Arena. Frank Remesch/General Manager remarks It is such an honor to be recognized on a local and national level for the work we do. However, we remain cognizant of the fact that we would have never won these accolades without the support of the community we serve and the dedication and passion of the entire staff at 1st Mariner Arena. We remain committed to bringing the best that entertainment has to offer to Baltimore; to Continue to Make History. For further information on upcoming events at the 1st Mariner Arena, visit or call The 1st Mariner Arena is an SMG-managed facility. SMG is the world s largest private management company for public facilities managing over 200 arenas, stadiums, and convention centers worldwide.

4 1 st Mariner Arena Event Recap MARCH 2011: Baltimore Blast (3 games), Revolve Tour (2 shows), Chris Tomlin, Mike Epps, Lil Wayne, Elton John, and Circus (4 shows) Attendance for the month of March: 111,598 APRIL 2011: Circus (15 shows), Tran Siberian Orchestra, Rush and Shogun Fights Attendance for the month of April: 90,267 May 2011: Acquire the Fire, New Kids on the Block/Backstreet Boys, and commencements for UMBC, Loyola, and BCCC Attendance for the month of May: 52,194 JUNE 2011: Rihanna, SADE and WWE Monday Night Raw Attendance for the month of June: 42,000 (Three (3) SOLD OUT Shows) JULY 2011: R. Kelly performed and Okaton Attendance for the month of July: 11,215 AUGUST 2011: American Idol Live, Martin Lawrence, Cirque du Soleeil-Quidam (5) Performances Attendance for the month of August: 58,984 SEPTEMBER 2011: Lingerie Football, F..A.M.E. Tour featuring Chirs Brown and Kelly Rowland, Baltimore Hockey Classic and Living Proof Attendance for the month of September: 34,658 OCTOBER 2011: Living Proof Live- Beth Moore, Shogun Fights V, Disney on Ice Dare to Dream (5) Shows Attendance for the month of October: 38,392 NOVEMBER 2011: THRONE feat Jay-z & Kanye West, Arenacross (3) Shows, Lingerie Football, Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band, Baltimore Blast Attendance for the month of November: 64,731 DECEMBER 2011: Strayer University Commencement, Baltimore Blast (3) games, WWE, Jeff Dunham and Harlem Globetrotters (2) games. Attendance for the month of December: 59,634 JANUARY 2012: Baltimore Blast (5) Games, Nuclear Cowboyz (2) events, Miranda Lambert Attendance for the month of January: 57,291 FEBRUARY 2012: Baltimore Blast(2) games, PBR, Disney on Ice (5) Shows, Royal Comedy Tour, Charm City Classic, Monster Jam(3) Shows Attendance for the month of February: 117,458 MARCH 2012: Brad Paisley, Baltimore Blast (2) games, Soul Jam, Casting Crows, Circus (11) Shows Attendance for the month of March: 47,362 Circus projected attendance: 62,000

5 Jay-Z & Kanye West Nov. 1 st 2011 Disney on Ice Feb. 9 th -13 th 2011 Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus March 30 th April 1 th 2011 Capitals vs. Predators Sept. 20 th 2011 Elton John March 21 st 2011 Monster Truck Jam Feb 25 th -27 th 2011 Shogun Fights October 8 th 2011 Bob Seger Nov. 25 th 2011 Chris Brown & Kelly Rowland Sept.28 th 2011

6 Outdoor Billboard Outdoor billboard Roughly 300 x 46 Feet This billboard is located on the Baltimore Street side of the 1 st Mariner Arena. - The Baltimore Street side is host to the busiest bus stop and MTA commuter stop in the city of Baltimore. Over 9,000 pedestrians and commuters pass by this location daily.

7 Outdoor Signage

8 Arena Signage Videoboard Signage Backlit Mezzanine Sign There are a number of great ways to reach 1 st Mariner Arena customers inside the building. Signage is available in 1-year increments. Main Entrance Signage Backlit Concourse Signage Backlit concourse signs and main entrance signage are visible for all events at The 1 st Mariner Arena. In a given calendar year, approximately 900,000 people will visit the arena for various events Reach customers as they enter the seating bowl, visit the concession stands, restrooms, and as they exit the arena

9 Baltimore Blast 1984, 03, 04, 06, 08 and 2009 CHAMPIONS

10 The Baltimore Blast Sponsorship Opportunities Baltimore Blast sponsorships reach a desirable demographic in a variety of ways, including: Unique Branding Opportunities: Jersey Sponsorship located on the chest and shorts Jersey Sponsorship located on the sleeve Giveaway Opportunities: Pregame giveaways is a unique and fun way to place your brand message into the hands of our fans. Giveaways include mini-balls, bobbleheads, cheerstixs, seat cushions, team photo cards/posters, t-shirts, etc.

11 The Baltimore Blast Sponsorship Opportunities Signage: Dasher Board Signage Banner placement in and around the arena Field turf signage Arena Vision and In-Game Presentation: PA announcements during all Blast home games (instant replays, starting lineups, injury report, etc) Sponsored customized video features on the arena vision videoboard Hat shuffle Trivia question Arena vision is able to run your :15 or :30 recorded commercial spots during all home games

12 The Baltimore Blast Sponsorship Opportunities Web Broadcast: Online advertising opportunities during all Blast radio broadcasts on B2 Networks :10, or :15 commercials Open and Close Billboards Logo and link on the front page of the webcast (includes hyperlink to your site) Print Opportunities: Blast Game Day Program (Program is printed in color and handed free to all fans who attend the game) Front Banner, Full Page, ½ Page, ¼ Standard Score sheet, Stat s page, schedule, autograph, cheerleaders, etc.

13 The Baltimore Blast Sponsorship Opportunities Internet: Web ( Web opportunities include rotating banner ads, branded promotions, unique web features, and presence on our monthly newsletter to our fans Television: Comcast and WMAR ABC 2: All season long Blast home games are shown on Comcast 204 and WMAR Digital 2.3. Games are broadcasted Tuesday nights at 8:00 pm. Sponsor opportunities include: :10, and :30 Commercials Targeted sponsorship promotions In game interviews

14 The Baltimore Blast Sponsorship Opportunities Hope 4 Life Corporate Partners Community Involvement: Hope for Life enables businesses to reach into school systems by partnering with the Baltimore Blast. This program allows players to speak at local schools discussing the negative effects of drugs and violence. Last season the program reached over 50 elementary and middle schools in the surrounding counties of Baltimore. The Hope for Life program includes tickets for each participating school, signage, promotional and giveaway opportunities on selected game nights during the season. Summer Soccer Camps: Opportunities include company logo on all 7,000 camp shirts and 10,000 camp brochures. The brochures will be mailed to all potential campers in the state of Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Delaware. The sponsor will receive a logo and link on our summer soccer camps web page on baltimoreblast.com Signage placed at all camp locations and information given away at registration tables

15 Partnership Opportunities Du Burns Arena

16 146,000 people visited Du Burns Arena in 2011 Arena Events Baltimore Blast Lacrosse Leagues (Winter) Charm City Roller Girls (Jan Oct) Baltimore Boxing Bang Time Boxing RCW Wrestling Epic Church on Sundays BSSC (volleyball, dodgeball, whiffle ball) Indoor Soccer Coed, Men's, Youth (Under 8 to Under 18) Community Bull Roasts After prom parties Birthday Parties Career Fairs Charity Events (walks) Corporate Events City Expos Du Burns Arena Facts Facility is open year around Managed by Hale Properties +150 Events a year Facility holds 2,500 attendees Three (3) rooms for rental Free Parking

17 Signage Opportunities Wall Signage: Two (2) locations Signs measure 6 W x 8 H Located on the main hallway which enters into the bowl Dasherboard Signage: Sign measures 10 W x 4 H Signage is visible for most events in Du Burns Arena

18 Rental Opportunities RENTAL RATES: Field - $125 hour Courtyard Hall - $150 hour Harbor Hall - $200 hour Conference Room - $75 hour Birthday Package - $150 - One hour on field - One hour in the conference room **We will supply tables and chairs

19 Brian M. Bauer VP, Corporate Sponsorships 1 st Mariner Arena, Du Burns Arena & Baltimore Blast 1301 South Ellwood Avenue Baltimore, MD :Office :Fax bbauer@baltimoreblast.com