SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2021
Please show your appreciation by visiting sponsors’ businesses and thanking them for their help and support!
We’d love to have you on board as an official sponsor of The Great Trent River Raft Race!
It’s sponsors like you who make this event possible by helping us to cover the extensive costs involved. You do NOT need to be a business owner to Sponsor the event, all sponsorship options are open to businesses and individuals.
All sponsorship levels come with a variety of benefits, scroll down to view our sponsorship options – Thank You!
Thanks To Our 2020 Event Sponsors!
Captain's Level
Thank You To Zaytoun-Raines - Our Event Title Sponsor!
Thank You To Our First Mate Level Sponsors!
Thank You To Our Media Sponsors!
Thank You To Our Second Mate Level Sponsors!
Gold Level Sponsors
INTRODUCTION
Sponsor ‘The Great Trent River Raft Race’ in 2019 and take advantage of our two days of festivities on the banks of the River Trent!
Each Sponsor will receive a host of marketing benefits for their business or organization and you’ll be helping us ensure this popular event remains as a permanent feature in New Bern’s Summer season!
Click on the tabs below to see full details of each Sponsor level!
PRESENTING SPONSOR (Captain) $10,000 SOLD OUT!
PRESENTING SPONSOR (Captain)
$10,000 (SOLD OUT!)
Large Logo placement on back of the official 2019 Great Trent River Raft Race T-Shirts
Inclusion in ALL media advertising
TV, Radio, Sun Journal
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
All Digital Advertising
Presenting Sponsor recognition in the Visitor’s Center Event Calendar www.visitnewbernc.om
Inclusion in the Chamber’s E-Connection as The Great Trent River Raft Race Presenting Sponsor
2 Complimentary Ads in Chamber E-Connection
Ad must be created and provided by sponsor
Distribution to 1300 Chamber Members
Presenting Sponsorship Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race website www.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Digital Billboard presence on Hwy 70 East
Event promotion 30 days preceding the event
Logo promotion to be included on all roadside banners, event tickets & posters
All printed materials
Website Banner Ad www.newbernchamber.com the months of April, May & June
Sponsor Must Provide Ad
Presenting Sponsor recognition in 2020 Area Guide and Business Directory
Banners at Union Point Park Entrance, Main Stage Area & Waterfront Race Start/Finish Line
All Banners Must Be Provided by Sponsors
First Choice Booth Location at Union Point Park at The Great Trent River Raft Race
First Choice Reserved 12 x 12 Tent Space at Main Stage
Tent must be provided by sponsor
Stage Time at The Great Trent River Raft Race
Sponsor will participate in Awards Ceremony at Main Stage
Logo included on Swag Bags (Swag Bags are giving to all Raft Race Participants)
Complimentary Booth Space & Banner Placement at Kick Off Concert (Rockin on the Rivers)
8 VIP Tickets to Kick Off Concert (Rockin on the Rivers)
Please Note: This Valuable Sponsorship can be customized to fit YOUR business
Suggestions and Add/ONs to maximize YOUR sponsorship can be discussed
All customized additions are subject to board approval by
The Great Trent River Raft Race Executive Committee
Kevin Roberts, President & CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
To Discuss Presenting Sponsorship Questions and Concerns contact
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-671-3419
Bandit Flight Team Air Show Sponsor - $3000 (1 only!)
[Learn more about the Bandit Air Team’s performance at the 2019 Great Trent River Raft Race HERE]
Bandit Flight Team Air Show Sponsor
$3,000 (may not be shared)
For Both ‘Rockin’ on the Rivers’ Kickoff Concert & The Great Trent River Raft Race
Logo placement (directly below Presenting Sponsor) on back of the official 2019 Great Trent River Raft Race T-Shirts
Inclusion in ALL media advertising
TV, Radio, Sun Journal
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
All Digital Advertising
Inclusion in the Chamber’s E-Connection as The Great Trent River Raft Race First Mate Sponsor
1 Complimentary Ad in Chamber E-Connection (Ad must be created and provided by sponsor)
Distribution to 1300 Chamber Members
Logo Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race website www.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Logo placement on the official Great Trent River Raft Race poster
Air Show Sponsor recognition in 2020 Area Guide and Business Directory
Banners at Union Point Park Entrance for Rockin on the Rivers Kickoff Concert and The Great Trent River Raft Race
All Banners Must Be Provided by Sponsors
Booth Location at Union Point Park at Rockin’ on the Rivers Kickoff Concert and The Great Trent River Raft Race
Reserved 12 x 12 Tent Space at Main Stage (Tent must be provided by sponsor)
6 VIP Tickets to Kick Off Concert (Rockin’ on the Rivers)
To Discuss First Mate Partner Sponsorships
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
Trent Sponsor – First Mate $2500 (4)
Trent Sponsor – First Mate $2500 (4)
Logo placement (directly below Presenting Sponsor) on back of the official
2019 Great Trent River Raft Race T-Shirts
Inclusion in ALL media advertising
TV, Radio, Sun Journal
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
All Digital Advertising
Inclusion in the Chamber’s E-Connection as The Great Trent River Raft Race First Mate Sponsor
1 Complimentary Ad in Chamber E-Connection
Ad must be created and provided by sponsor
Distribution to 1300 Chamber Members
Logo Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race websitewww.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Logo placement on the official Great Trent River Raft Race poster
First Mate Sponsor recognition in 2020 Area Guide and Business Directory
Banners at Union Point Park Entrance
All Banners Must Be Provided by Sponsors
Second Choice Booth Location at Union Point Park at The Great Trent River Raft Race
Second Choice Reserved 12 x 12 Tent Space at Main Stage
Tent must be provided by sponsor
Complimentary Booth Space & Banner Placement at Kick Off Concert (Rockin on the Rivers)
4 VIP Tickets to Kick Off Concert (Rockin on the Rivers)
To Discuss First Mate Partner Sponsorships
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-671-3419
Media Partner Sponsorships - $2500 TRADE (Unlimited)
Media Partner Sponsorships – $2500 TRADE (Unlimited)
Logo placement (directly below Trent Sponsor) on back of the official
2019 Great Trent River Raft Race T-Shirts
Inclusion in ALL media advertising
TV, Radio, Sun Journal
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
All Digital Advertising
Logo Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race website www.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Logo placement on the official Great Trent River Raft Race poster
Media Sponsor recognition in 2020 Area Guide and Business Directory
Banners, Vehicles, Inflatables at Union Point Park
Must Be Provided by Media Partners
Booth Location at Union Point Park at The Great Trent River Raft Race
Stage Time (subject to availability at Main Stage or Start/Finish Line Stage)
To Discuss Media Partner Sponsorships
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-671-3419
Swag Bag Sponsorship - $2000 (1)
Swag Bag Sponsorship – $2000 (1)
(Swag Bags are given to ALL Race Participants Upon Check-In)
The Official 2019 Great Trent River Raft Race Swag Bag Sponsor
The Only logos that will appear on the swag bags are yours, the TGTRRR Logo and the Presenting Sponsors logo
Limited Media advertising
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
Logo Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race websitewww.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Banner at Union Point Park on Race Day
All Banners Must Be Provided by Sponsors
Booth Location at Union Point Park at The Great Trent River Raft Race
Reserved 12 x 12 Tent Space at Main Stage
Tent must be provided by sponsor
To Discuss Swag Bag Sponsorship
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-671-3419
Neuse Sponsor – Second Mate $1000 (unlimited)
Neuse Sponsor – Second Mate $1000 (unlimited)
Printed Business Name Placement (below all logo sponsors) on back of the official 2019 Great Trent River Raft Race T-Shirts
Limited Media advertising
Sun Journal
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
Second Mate Sponsorship Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race websitewww.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Logo placement on the official Great Trent River Raft Race poster
Sponsor recognition in 2020 Area Guide and Business Directory
Banner at Union Point Park on Race Day
All Banners Must Be Provided by Sponsors
Booth Location at Union Point Park at The Great Trent River Raft Race
Reserved 12 x 12 Tent Space at Main Stage
Tent must be provided by sponsor
To Discuss Sponsorships
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-671-3419
Gold Sponsor - $500 (unlimited)
Gold Sponsor – $500 (unlimited)
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN)
Company Name Promotion on 2 websites
The Great Trent River Raft Race websitewww.thegreattrentriverraftrace.com
New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce website www.newbernchamber.com
Logo placement on the official Great Trent River Raft Race poster
Company Name recognition in 2020 Area Guide and Business Directory
Banner at Union Point Park on Race Day
All Banners Must Be Provided by Sponsors
Booth Location at Union Point Park at The Great Trent River Raft Race
To Discuss Sponsorships
Kevin Roberts, President CEO, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-636-7475
OR
Teresa Suhrie, Director of Special Events, New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
252-637-3111 252-671-3419
PLEASE CONTACT US USING THE FORM TO SPONSOR OUR 2019 EVENT!
