
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
Patron | Champion | Supporter | Advocate | Endorser | |
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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 |
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.

Presenting $50,000 | Gold $25,000 | Silver $10,000 | Bronze $5,000 | |
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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.

Presenting $25,000 | Platinum $20,000 | Gold $10,000 | Silver $5,000 | Bronze $2,500 | |
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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.