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CONNECTING FOR CHANGE: A Bioneers by the Bay Conference Presented by the Marion Institute
Marion Institute

OCTOBER 26-28 2012 │ NEW BEDFORD, MA

A SOLUTIONS BASED gathering that brings together a diverse audience to create deep and positive change in their communities.  Join the movement.

Sponsors

The Connecting for Change Conference is an annual three-day, solutions based gathering that brings together a diverse audience to create deep and positive change in their communities. Join the movement!

Connecting for Change and its sponsors host the most influential gathering in the Northeast, for over 2,300 attendees each October.  Below are ways that you can join us in creating deep and positive change as a 2011 sponsor.

Sponsor Levels:

Visionary: $10,000

  • Exhibitor’s table
  • Complimentary 3-day conference passes for eight guests
  • Full page ad in program*
  • Invitation for eight to attend V.I.P. networking dinners
  • Recognition by event presenters throughout the conference weekend from the main stage
  • Sponsor’s logo on all “Connecting for Change” promotional material, to include:
  • Prominent acknowledgement of Sponsor in event brochure and advertising materials*
  • Prominent acknowledgement of Sponsor in registration packet*
  • Sponsor’s logo, description and hyperlink highlighted on event website [1 year]
  • Inclusion of Sponsor’s name in PR and advertising campaign for event
  • Sponsor’s logo in event program* [full page ad]
  • Prominent recognition in our monthly Connecting for Change eNewsletter
  • Table space for Sponsor’s literature at the conference exhibition hall

Nurturer: $5,000

  • Exhibitor’s table
  • Complimentary 3-day conference passes for four guests
  • Full page ad in program*
  • Invitation for four to attend V.I.P. networking dinners
  • Sponsor’s logo, description and hyperlink highlighted on event website [1 year]
  • Prominent recognition in our monthly Connecting for Change e-blast
  • Acknowledgement of Sponsor in event brochure and advertising materials*

Cultivator $2,500

  • Exhibitor’s table
  • Complimentary 3-day conference passes for two guests
  • Half page ad in program*
  • Invitation for two to attend V.I.P. networking dinners
  • Sponsor’s logo, description and hyperlink highlighted on event website
  • Recognition in our monthly Connecting for Change e-blast
  • Acknowledgement of Sponsor in event brochure and advertising materials*

Pollinator $1,000

  • Exhibitor’s table
  • Complementary 3-day conference pass for one guest
  • Quarter page ad in program*
  • Invitation for one to attend V.I.P. networking dinners
  • Sponsor’s logo, description and hyperlink highlighted on event website
  • Recognition in our monthly Connecting for Change e-blast
  • Acknowledgement of Sponsor in event brochure and advertising materials*

Mentor $500 (to support scholarships)

  • Complementary 3-day conference pass for one guest
  • Invitation for one to attend V.I.P. networking dinners

DOWNLOAD THE 2011 SPONSORSHIP FORM


If you are interested in more information on 2011 Sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Judy Pemstein
phone: 508.748.0816
facsimile: 508.748.1976
jpemstein@marioninstitute.org

We would like to thank all of our Sponsors who helped make the 2010 conference the best yet.  We couldn't have done it without their support. 
 

2011 Sponsors

Dean’s Beans - NURTURER

http://www.deansbeans.com

All of Dean’s Beans fine whole bean specialty coffees are certified organic, fair trade and kosher, and are roasted in small batches at our beanery in Orange, MA. Dean’s Beans knows that the planting, care, harvesting and processing of the beans is done in conformity with international standards for the health of the farmer and his environment, as well as the high quality of the bean. It is important to Dean’s Beans that the quality of their coffees includes respect for the quality of life of our southern partners in the coffee world.

Visit Dean's Beans on site cafe for hot coffee and teas during the 2011 conference, but don't forget your reusable mug!  The coffee is free if you have a mug, but will cost $1 for cup if you don't have one.

Baker Books - POLLINATOR

http://www.bakerbooks.net

Baker Books has approximately 5,000 square feet of retail space that is kept stocked with well over 25,000 titles of varying subjects, from children's picture books to "how-to" books on computers and cooking. Baker Books also has an in-store Bean & Leaf Café where you can enjoy a simple cupof coffee or a more elaborate espresso drink and a delicious pastry. They also use their café space to host a variety of book signings, author readings and children's events.

Visit Baker Books in the Exhibition hall at their onsite book store during the 2011 conference.

Bristol Community College (BCC) - POLLINATOR

http://www.bristolcc.edu/

Bristol Community College is a comprehensive community college offering more than 120 career and transfer programs of study that lead to an associate degree in science, arts, applied sciences, and certificates of accomplishment or achievement. Students are able to transfer to many baccalaureate colleges throughout the state and country.

Our open admission policy, affordable costs, liberal financial aid resources, and flexible class schedules put a college education within your reach. Our goal is to provide educational opportunities and solid career preparation throughout southeastern Massachusetts.

Peckham's Greenhouse - POLLINATOR

http://www.peckhamsgreenhouse.com

Peckham’s Greenhouse has the area’s best selection of house and garden plants. We are located in beautiful Little Compton, RI and have a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you.

Pixels & Pulp

http://www.pixelsandpulp.com

Pixels & Pulp is a design firm specializing in branding, print collateral and web design. We approach each and every project with an extreme attention to detail and an unwavering focus on quality and creativity. We work with individuals and organizations–locally and globally–who are environmentally and socially responsible and those who are just plain passionate about what they do.

webmeadow

http://www.webmeadow.com

We build fantastic websites using solar power for businesses and non-profits. Our clients end up with more traffic, happier customers, and a warm, fuzzy feeling when their new sites launch.

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