Sponsors & Partners

DEC Sponsors

Patron Sponsors

Thank you for your $50,000 annual contribution!

Champion Sponsors

Thank you for your $25,000 annual contribution!

Supporter Sponsors

Thank you for your $15,000 annual contribution!

Advocate Sponsors

Thank you for your $10,000 annual contribution!

Endorser Sponsors

Thank you for your $5,000 annual contribution!

Sponsorship Opportunities

A Detroit Economic Club sponsorship is a compelling value proposition with commitment levels to fit any budget. A majority of sponsorship fees are tax-deductible and the numerous tangibles include memberships, meeting tickets, student tickets and logo exposure.
  • Access to the speaker and the region’s business, government and non-profit leaders
  • Sit with other influential leaders at the head table where you build business relationships
  • Host customers, prospects and colleagues at a thought-provoking forum
  • Give back to local high schools and colleges through student group sponsorships
  • Professionally develop your employees, especially your rising stars
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please email Matt Valant at mvalant@econclub.org

Detroit Economic Club Sponsorship Opportunities

Patron Champion Supporter Advocate Endorser
Recognition & Seating Benefits        
Gold Memberships 20 10 6 4 2
Regular Memberships 100 50 30 20 10
Young Leader Memberships 40 20 12 8 4
Meeting Tickets 130 65 45 35 20
Student Tickets (table of 10) 50 40 30 20 10
Additional Tickets at Member Rate          
Virtual Programming Access          
Annual Investment $50,000 $25,000 $15,000 $10,000 $5,000
*A majority of your investment is tax-deductible

Chairman’s Dinner Sponsorship

The Chairman’s Dinner is the DEC’s annual fundraiser, hosted every summer by the DEC’s Board Chair. The evening’s festivities include a reception, dinner and silent auction. This fundraiser is always a lively night enjoyed by all.

Sponsor benefits include tickets, signage, and exclusive networking invitations.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities for the Chairman's Dinner, please email Matt Valant at mvalant@econclub.com

The 2023 Chairman's Dinner is scheduled for Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at One Campus Martius.

2022 Chairman's Dinner Photos

Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting $50,000 Gold $25,000 Silver $10,000 Bronze $5,000
Remarks During Program X X
Premium Signage X X
Recognition From Podium X X X X
Event Tickets* 24 16 8 4
Signage X X X X
Sponsor Group Photo with Sandy Pierce X X X X
 

* Tickets include access into exclusive networking opportunity for DEC Board Members and Chairman's Dinner Sponsors.

 

The DEC is a 501 C3 non-profit organization. A portion of your investment is tax-deductible.

Young Leader Conference Sponsorship

The Young Leader Conference is a professional development opportunity uniquely designed by Young Leaders (YLs) for an audience of YL members (under 40 years of age). Attendees experience powerful keynotes, impactful breakout sessions and networking with other YLs.

Sponsor benefits include tickets, signage and reception invitations.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities for the Young Leader Conference, please email Matt Valant at mvalant@econclub.org

The 2023 Young Leader Conference is scheduled for Thursday, October 5, 2023, at MotorCity Casino Hotel.

The 2022 Detroit Economic Club Young Leaders Conference held at the Motor City Casino in Detroit on October 6, 2022. (Photo by Rob Widdis, Detroit Economic Club)

Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting $25,000 Platinum $20,000 Gold $10,000 Silver $5,000 Bronze $2,500
Remarks/Introduction of Keynote Speaker X
Private Meet and Greet with Keynote Speaker** X
Enhanced Signage on Assets*** X X X
Logo Usage in Pre-Event Marketing X X X X X
Logo Usage on Event Signage X X X X X
Sponsor Ad in Conference Brochure Full Page Full Page Half Page Half Page Quarter Page
Sponsor Remarks via Video**** X X X X X
Sponsor Recognition from Podium X X X X X
Conference Tickets 25 20 10 6 2
Closing Keynote and Reception Tickets for Executives 10 10 5 3 2
 

** Time/location determined by YL Conference Chair

*** Asset selection based on first-come, first-serve

**** Optional, guidelines to be given by DEC

 

The DEC is a 501 C3 non-profit organization. A portion of your investment is tax-deductible.