REI WEALTH MONTHLY Issue 37 | Page 77

WHY SPONSORSHIP MARKETING IS A WIN­WIN LAURA ALAMERY
3. Extensive brand exposure: In most cases, sponsorship marketing involves more than just writing a check. You will be given varied ways to introduce yourself to an attentive audience – in person or online, or both. From speaking at group meetings, to brand placement on coveted group web pages; from vendor table opportunities to guest posting. It’ s a class act.
4. Business collateral is a must: Here’ s a chance to display your logo and message( banners, table runners) at events and distribute your cards, brochures, giveaways like cups or pens, etc. This goes so much further than wasting hundreds of dollars a year with a neighborhood newspaper ad; thrown into driveways, only to be rained on, run over and tossed in the trash.
5. Be generous and tasteful: Go the extra mile and have your gift or donation for drawings branded with your logo. Use subtle yet creative ways to make sure the recipient knows( as well as the audience) that it’ s your company providing the gift. Thoughtful, useful items may be kept for many years.
Sponsorship marketing is an excellent means of making the most of your valuable time and hard earned dollars. It is a mutually beneficial strategy to achieving meaningful business goals. Hence, the win­win.