2008 J/24 North American Championship, 30th Anniversary Event


	Sponsorship Opportunities 30th Anniversary J/24 North American Championship Wayzata Yacht Club \| Lake Minnetonka, MN September 8 – 12, 2008 Maximum Exposure Through Event Marketing! The Opportunity In marketing, perception and awareness is everything. This is a rare opportunity to advance the image and perception of your company, products or services while increasing visibility. Sailing is a competitive team sport that requires strategy, agility, and athleticism and, of course, wind. Now is your chance to join the ranks of many leading global companies including BMW, Oracle and Coca Cola that know the value that regatta sponsorships deliver. In addition, the J/24 North American Championship Regatta is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Fleet #1 on Lake Minnetonka was the first of 105 fleets throughout the globe. The first J/24, Ragtime, was built by Rod Johnstone in 1976. Little did he know there would be nearly 5,200 J/24 sailboats today. This event will not only bring your company and products or services to the sailing community throughout North America but to sailing enthusiasts globally. Your company can gain maximum exposure through the J/24 2008 North American Championship Regatta event marketing and news reported on the Internet, magazine and broadcast media. Don’t miss this opportunity! The J/24 North American Championship Regatta typically draws 65-80 plus boats to the event. With teams of 5-6 racing on each boat and folks all over the world watching the racing and results online and at the event your exposure is sure to more than meet your expectations. Along with the exposure at Wayzata Yacht Club and all of the promotions at other major events in North America leading up to the event the event will be promoted by many various means not limited to electronic, website, mailings, notices, e-newsletters, banners, sailing magazines, and much more. Information leading up to the regatta will be distributed to all of the major regattas prior to the 2008 North American Championship Regatta. Sailing Industry Statistics and Demographics J/24 Sailboat Statistics * Source: U.S. Sailing Industry Statistical & Demographic Data Source: National marine Manufacturers Association * J24class.org Sailing has long been perceived as an elite sport of the wealthy. Today, sailing is attracting a more diverse audience. 15,996 sailboats manufactured in North America in 2005* In 2005 there were 285,488 sailboats (auxiliary motorized and not mechanically propelled) were registered in the US. Approximately 69 million people participate in recreational boating in 2004. There are currently 50,000 peopling sailing 5,200 J/24 sailboats. * There are currently 105 fleets of J/24 sailboats in 30 nations.* First J/24 fleet was started by John Gjerde and 4 fellow sailors on March 13, 1977 on Lake Minnetonka.*** Demographics Median age: 49* Marital status: 77% married* Average income: $215,000* Occupation: 81.3% professional/managerial * Education: 80.7% attended college* Sailing experience: 25 years (average)* Sponsorship Levels and Cost Title Level Sponsor (Your Name Here) 2008 J/24 North American Championship Regatta Use of the event logo on your marketing materials Your logo featured in advertising, e-marketing, promotional video and more 2007 & 2008 U-Gotta Regatta sole sponsor—Midwest Championship Website link and 150 word overview with 3 images Banner ad on e-newsletters and 100-word spotlight Spectator boat access: 6 guests daily Logo on all merchandise Booth at the event Product samples or coupon in goodie bags (provided by sponsor) Recognition at opening and awards ceremonies Feature onsite banner Gold Level Sponsor $5,000 Use of the event logo on your marketing materials Name on advertising, e-marketing, promotional video and public relations Spectator boat access (4 guests daily) Website link and 75 word overview with 3 images Logo on e-newsletter Kiosk at the event Recognition at opening and award ceremonies Product samples or coupon in goodie bags (provided by sponsor) Logo on banner with other gold, silver and bronze sponsors Silver Level Sponsor $3,500 Use of the event logo on your marketing materials Name on advertising, e-marketing, promotional video and public relations Spectator boat access (2 guests daily) Website link and 50 word overview with 1 image Logo on e-newsletter Recognition at opening and award ceremonies Product samples or coupon in goodie bags (provided by sponsor) Logo on banner with other gold, silver and bronze sponsors Bronze Level Sponsor $2,500 Use of the event logo on your marketing materials Name on advertising, e-marketing, promotional video and public relations Website link Logo on e-newsletter Recognition at opening and award ceremonies Product samples in goodie bags (provided by sponsor) Logo on banner with other gold, silver and bronze sponsors “In Kind” Level Sponsor Donated Products and/or Services We can tailor your involvement to meet your exposure & advertising needs Contact: Tim Oelschlager, Dist. 15 Governor–US J/24 Class Assn. tim.oelschlager@mchsi.com, 612-741-6820	TITLE SPONSOR IN-KIND SPONSOR More In-Kind Sponsors >>> Lodging/Local Sponsors>>>

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