CENTER CITY SLAM SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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1 CENTER CITY SLAM SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

2 Center City Slam INTRODUCTION What is Indoor rowing? An indoor rower, or rowing machine, is a machine used to simulate the action of on-water rowing for the purpose of exercise and training for rowing. Over the years, indoor rowing has become a sport in its own right. Indoor rowing machines are often known as ergometers and there are a few brands, competitions use the Concept2 brand. The Concept2 machines are consistent but the rowers can adjust the resistance as they wish, these adjustments have no bearing upon the results or fairness of the event. There are many indoor rowing competitions held all over the world and even virtually online. The world championships, called the CRASHB Sprints is held in Boston, Massachusetts each year. Many of the satellite indoor rowing competitions are feeder events/qualifiers for the CRASH-B s. The 2000-meter distance is the core event for most competitions but many events include a sprint event or two (100m-500m) and sometimes team relay events. Competitions are organized into categories based on sex, age, ability and weight class. While the fastest times are generally achieved by rowers between 20 and 40 years old, teenagers and rowers over 90 are common at competitions.

3 Center City Slam introduction Race Categories Boys Youth under 14 Men's Masters D (60+) Women's Masters B (40-49) Girls Youth under 14 Men's Open Women's Masters C (50-59) Men's Collegiate Novice Men's Open 500 Meter Dash Women's Masters D (60+) Men's High School Lightweight Men's Open Lightweight Women's Open Men's High School Novice Women's Collegiate Novice Women's Open 500 Meter Dash Men's High School Openweight Women's High School Lightweight Women's Open Lightweight Men's Masters A (30-39) Women's High School Novice Men's Masters B (40-49) Women's High School Openweight Men's Masters C (50-59) Women's Masters A (30-39)

4 Center City Slam Introduction Demographics The sport of rowing is growing more and more popular. DESIRABLE DEMOGRAPHICS/THE ROWING MARKET As a sport rooted in the traditions of the Ivy League, rowing is the sport of choice for hundreds of thousands of executives, professionals and white-collar managers. The average household income for rowers is $103,000. Over 90% of rowers are college graduates and 60% also hold advanced degrees. The rowing community is also split fairly evenly between men (55%) and women (45%). In addition to being highly educated and compensated, rowers are adventurous, disciplined; competitive yet sophisticated individuals who share a love of the outdoors. Rowers expect the best from themselves and others. Though demanding, rowers are also a very loyal group and supportive of sponsors involved in the sport. 75% of rowers are ages % of rowers are professional Professional/managerial 58% Self employed 12% Education 10% Technical 8% Many rowers are multi sport enthusiasts and are involved with many other sports like Cross-country and downhill skiing, mountain biking and cycling, swimming and running. Rowers also take part in events and competitions within these sports as well.

5 The Center City Slam 2017 will be The 10 th Annual Center City Slam Date: Saturday, February 11, 2017 TIME: TBD Location: Drexel University Armory. the entrance is located on N. 33rd St. between Market and Arch streets The Center City Slam is a 2000 meter indoor rowing event and offers a men s and women s 500 meter sprint The Center City Slam organizing committee is 100% volunteer

6 Get your Center City Slam FACTS The Center City Slam attracts rowers from all over North America, however most coming from the Northeast region Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Events are held for all levels of rowers men and women, from juniors through veterans. Average Age: 22.3 Oldest Athlete: 72 The Center City Slam has seen growth year after year since 2007

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8 Center City Slam SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES Exposure. Exposure. Exposure. That is our goal and commitment to OUR sponsors and partners. Where the Center City Slam is seen, you ll be seen. Where the Center City Slam is heard, you ll be heard. We are committed to making our sponsors and partners event experience one that will keep our partnerships exciting for years. Financial contributions aren t for every company. Perhaps you are already a substantial contributor to a local event or organization. Not all is lost. There are still ways to get involved with the Center City Slam, without having to play the leading role. We are happy to recognize the importance of the Best Supporting roles. And so do we. There are four lower-level, yet equally important, sponsorship packages geared just for you, and your resources.

9 CAPTAIN level - $2500 The Captain Level is Presenting Sponsor of the Center City Slam. This level of support will have your company on the minds of everyone involved and then some. On top of naming rights, our Presenting Sponsor will have industry exclusivity and access to all marketing and promotional opportunities linked to the event, as well as options to create their own. This exclusive level includes a sponsorship to the kerr cup regatta well as entrée to other partner events.

10 VARSITY - $500 The Varsity Level Sponsorship is a great value. This level of support will have your company logo and information on every surface of the Center City Slam. You will also be heard during the Center City Slam over the pa system announcements. It also offers your company access to all marketing and promotional opportunities linked to the event, as well as options to create their own.

11 JV - $350 The JV Level Sponsorship offers fantastic opportunities. This level of support will have your company logo and information on every surface of the Center City Slam, official shirt, event signage and more. It also offers your company the ability to have a giveaway in the gift bags and space to sell or sample your products.

12 FRESHMAN - $250 Through a small cash donation or a product or services that eliminate direct expenses incurred by the event and/or cash, we will recognize your company as a sponsor of that product or service. While assisting the ultimate goal (increasing the bottom line, thus having a greater impact on the foundation) participants and spectators will experience your product or service first hand, gaining you valuable consumer interaction.

13 BOOSTER - $in-kind Don t have a product or service that directly impacts the event? No worries. The freshman sponsorship is perfect for you. In exchange for a donated product for the gift bags or minor corporate donation or in-kind trade donation to the event, we ll recognize your company through some of our promotional channels. A great way to get on board and get your name out to the rowing community!

14 Sponsor Opportunities AFFILIATION RIGHTS Captain Varsity JV Freshman Booster "Presented by" naming rights X Mentions in press releasesx Category Exclusivity X LOGO PLACEMENT and/or MENTIONS Marque Logo Front of T-shirtX Back of T-shirtX X X X Announcement Posters/FlyerX X X X Inclusion on Event Signage X X X X Shout-out "Thank you" on Social MediaX X X Competitor "Thank you" note X X X X Website (year-round, includes link)x X X X X EVENT PRESENCE Event Video Logo placement (online and at event)x X Representitive presence during awards ceremonyx Mentions on loudspeaker system during eventx X Custom co-branded volunteer Shirts X Company Banners placed throughout venue as possible X Exhibitor/Sampling/Selling space X X X X Gift bag gift/coupon/itemx X X X X ADDED BENEFITS Includes sponsorship to the KERR CUP Regatta ($1500 value) X Presence during Drexel Rowing Alumni Events during Dad Vail Regatta ($500 value) X Company generated relevant content for results newsletter/page (sponsor to provide) X X Relevant content included on web site (sponsor to provide)x X X X 15 complimentary tshirts X 10 complimentary tshirts X X 5 complimentary tshirts X Investment $2,500 $500 $350 $250 In-Kind

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