March 2016 - San Angelo Chamber of Commerce

ACTION REPORT
SAN ANGELO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
PHONE 325.655.4136
418 W. AVENUE B
FAX 325.658.1110
SAN ANGELO, TEXAS 76903
E-MAIL CHAMBER@SANANGELO.ORG
www.sanangelo.org
www.portraitsofsanangelo.com
Volume 40
Number 3
March 2016
March Luncheon To Spotlight Goodfellow AFB
Wing Commander to Speak
B
entwood Country Club will be the venue for the March 8th luncheon as we hear
from Col. Michael L. Downs, 17th Training Wing Commander, who will give
Goodfellow’s annual update to Chamber members.
A Joint Center of Excellence, Goodfellow is the home for the Department of Defense Fire
Academy and multi-service intelligence technical training. The wing is responsible for training
more than 14,400 firefighting and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance warriors annually for the United States Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, other government agencies,
and allied nations. In addition to Goodfellow, Colonel Downs has command responsibility for
three geographically-separated units in California, Arizona and Florida. He manages real property, equipment, supplies and contracts in excess of $1.25 billion and has an annual operating
budget exceeding $258 million. He also provides support to Army, Navy and Marine Corps onbase units, as well as seven other partner organizations and Angelo State University's Air
Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.
Colonel Downs received his Bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M where he was an ROTC Distinguished graduate and earned his commission as a Second Lieutenant in December 1992. He
has held assignments at the squadron, Air and Space Operations Center, Major Command, Air Staff, Joint Staff and Office of the Secretary of Defense levels. Colonel
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Downs has participated in 18 joint and combined operations and exercises in Central
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Command, European Command, Pacific Command, and Southern Command area of
11:30 a.m. - Bentwood Country Club
responsibilities and served in an array of capacities ranging from Director of Intelligence for a Joint Special Operations Task Force in the Balkans to the chief developer of
Deadline to Register
the Joint Integrated Prioritized Target List during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Friday, March 4, 2016
Cost
$18 per person
Many Thanks to our Sponsors:
To Make Your Reservation
Call the Chamber at 655-4136
(after hours ext. 220)
or www.sanangelo.org to register online
115 South Randolph Street
325/655-9505
A Look Inside...
From the Chairman .............................................................. 2
Industry Growth Nominations ............................................... 3
Business @ Happy Hour ...................................................... 3
Showdown in San Angelo .................................................... 3
Chamber Calendar ............................................................... 3
Business Barometer ............................................................. 4
CVB Update ......................................................................... 5
Goodfellow Appreciation Day ............................................... 6
Member News ...................................................................... 6
Welcome New Chamber Members .................................. 6&7
LSAAA Scholarships ............................................................ 7
SBDC Training ..................................................................... 7
Ribbon Cuttings.................................................................... 8
Goodfellow Appreciation Day ........................................ Insert
Showdown in San Angelo ............................................. Insert
Business Brown Bag ..................................................... Insert
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ACTION REPORT
SAN ANGELO
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jamie Akin ............... Chairman of the Board
Chuck Shore ....................... Chairman-Elect
C.J. Muniz ..................................... Treasurer
Jeff DeLoach ........ Immediate Past Chairman
Sheila Alley
Mikala Brownfield
Mark Clark
Rick DeHoyos
Quinda Feil-Duncan
Tod Herring
Stephen McLaughlin
Stan Meador
Alvin New
Louis Perez
Sheryl Pfluger
Jessica Pirkle
Tim Raley
John Austin Stokes
Gayla Thornton
Scott Turner
Tony Villarreal
EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS
Dr. Carl Dethloff................................... SAISD
Gary Cox ....................San Angelo Industries
Drew Darby .................. State Representative
Ed Kading....................... Leadership Alumni
Association
Steve Floyd ........... Tom Green County Judge
Col. Michael Downs ............. Goodfellow AFB
17th Training Wing
Dr. Brian May…….....Angelo State University
Mayor Dwain Morrison…..City of San Angelo
Lee Pfluger…….……...North San Angelo TIRZ
Jamie Rainey ............ ………. Howard College
Bernay Sheffield……..San Angelo Restaurant
Association
Tim Vasquez………...San Angelo Police Dept.
Del Velasquez .... Downtown San Angelo, Inc.
STAFF
Peggy Arnold....................... Acting President
Sandra Pomroy ...................... VP Operations
Pamela Miller....................................VP CVB
Michael Looney…...VP Marketing & Recruitment
Suzanna Aguirre….….....CVB Sales Manager
Lana Arrott..CVB Adm. Asst./Communications
Linda Burdell............ Visitor Center Coordinator
Jenni Campbell ....... CVB Sales & Servicing Dir.
Beverly Hanks ......... Financial Administrator
Kathy Keaton ............... Membership Director
Laura Lewis…….……..Membership Assistant
Teri Turner……….……..………....Receptionist
San Angelo Chamber of Commerce
418 W. Avenue B ▪ San Angelo, TX 76903
Phone: 325.655.4136
E-Mail: chamber@sanangelo.org
www.sanangelo.org
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MARCH 2016
Highs and Lows!
In last month’s column, I wrote about the success of our
Annual Banquet and about our plans as we move ahead to
celebrate our Chamber’s centennial year. Little did any of
us know that in less than a week we would be announcing
the tragic and untimely passing of our Chamber President.
Over the past weeks, your Board of Directors and staff
have relied upon the excellent organizational structure of
our 4-star Accredited Chamber, and we immediately imJamie Akin
plemented the Succession Plan that was already in place.
Chairman of the Board
Thankfully, our accreditation status fully prepared us to
move forward in the face of this tragic situation.
The Succession Plan called for two immediate actions: 1) the naming of an Acting President who will work directly with the Executive Committee and Board of Directors to maintain the operations of the Chamber during the interim period, and 2) the formation of a
Search Committee to swiftly implement the nationwide search for a new President/CEO.
Peggy Arnold, a 38-year employee with our Chamber, was appointed Acting President, a
role in which she served once before while the Board went through its months-long search
to fill the top position that ultimately resulted in the hiring of Phil Neighbors 10 years ago.
Board Member Alvin New will serve as Chairman of a 6-member Search Committee, and
this group will implement a national search that will ultimately name our next Chamber
President.
Your Board of Directors is keenly aware that Phil’s successor has huge shoes to fill, and
we pledge to do our best to find the best candidate available. Meanwhile, have confidence that your Chamber is in good hands under the oversight of a very involved Board of
Directors and a well-qualified and long-tenured staff. As we move into the Spring and early Summer, I ask for your support for the large projects that are scheduled to occur during
that time period, and throughout the remainder of the year as we continue to celebrate
our 100th anniversary.
Here are the programs and projects scheduled in March:
 Our March 8th luncheon will feature Col. Michael Downs as he updates us on Goodfellow Air Force Base. The luncheon will take place at Bentwood Country Club from
11:30 am to 1:00 pm, and is sponsored by West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind, Park
University, San Angelo Homes REALTORS, and Stroman Abstract & Title Co. Call 6554136 ext 220 to make your reservation, register online at www.sanangelo.org or email
Laura@sanangelo.org.
 Business Brown Bag will be held on Tuesday, March 15th from noon to 1:00 pm in the
River View Room at the Visitor Center. This free lunch-hour training will feature Margaret Hoogstra, Executive Director of Texas Forts Trail, as she speaks on “Texas Friendly Customer Service.” Although a free event, your RSVP is needed to assure plenty of
seating and materials. Call 655-4136.
 Join us for a free networking event when we gather at CTWP, 1821 Industrial Avenue,
for Business @ Happy Hour. Stock up on your business cards and enjoy refreshments
as we network from 5:00 – 6:30 pm on Tuesday, March 22nd.
 Consider opportunities in this newsletter to become a sponsor, volunteer or a vendor
for the Chamber’s Goodfellow Appreciation Day on May 21st and/or the 10th annual
Craig Partusch Memorial Showdown in San Angelo Drag Boat Races June 24-26.
 Help recognize business growth and expansion during 2015 by submitting a business
expansion nomination form. Nominate your own business or another employer as we
recognize business growth in San Angelo.
Thank you all for your support, prayers and offers of assistance as we have moved, and continue to move, through this
very difficult time for our Chamber. Please continue to pray
for Phil’s wife, Susan, and his children and grandchildren.
MARCH 2016
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ACTION REPORT
BUSINESS @ HAPPY HOUR
Tuesday, March 22 ▪ 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored By:
1821 Industrial Avenue
No charge to attend!
Food · Beverages · Great Networking
Jackpot Drawing: $250 (if not won at the February event)
Remember, all Chamber members have been entered in the drawing
for the cash prize, but you MUST be present to win!
Bring plenty of business cards for networking.
SHOWDOWN IN SAN ANGELO 2016
JUNE 24 - 26
RV Camp Spots: Reserved camping spots may now be secured by contacting
Peggy Arnold at 655-4136, ext 235 or peggy@sanangelo.org.
Size of campsite: 30’x40’
Cost: $400 for front row ▪ $300 for middle row ▪ $350 for all other spaces
Includes: Two admission bands, one parking pass, one cooler pass, designated
10’x10’ viewing area, two wrist bands for Friday through Sunday.
Reserved Viewing Spaces at Spring Creek: Reserved viewing spaces are
now available to be reserved, and the spaces will be assigned on a first come, first
served basis. The cost of a reserved viewing space for Friday - Sunday is $100 and
this holds a 10’x10’ space on the banks at Spring Creek Marina directly in front of the
race track, Contact Suzanna Aguirre at 655-4136, ext 234 or Suzana@sanangelo.org.
Last Call for Economic
Development Award
Submissions
If your company (or one you know of) experienced growth in sales, employment, and/or
physical size, consider submitting a nomination form to be considered for one of several
economic expansion awards that will be
presented at the April 12th membership
luncheon.
If you have questions or would like more
information about the awards, contact Michael
Looney at Michael@sanangelo.org. or by
phone at 655-4136.
The deadline to receive your nomination is
Friday, March 4th.
MARCH CALENDAR
OF CHAMBER ACTIVITIES
Wednesday, March 2 @ Noon
Leadership Alumni Board Meeting
Thursday, March 3 @ 8:00 am
Chamber Board of
Directors Meeting
CVB Board Retreat @ 9:00 am
Tuesday, March 8 @ 11:30 am
Membership Luncheon
See Page 1 for details
Thursday, March 10
Leadership San Angelo
Full Day Session
Tuesday, March 15 @ Noon
Business Brown Bag
@ Visitor Center
Wednesday, March 16 @ 3:00 pm
Economic Development
Council @ BRC
Thursday, March 17 @ Noon
YPSA Luncheon
SEE INSERT IN THIS NEWSLETTER FOR
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Monday, March 21 @ Noon
Concho Cadre Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 22 @ 5:00 pm
Business @ Happy Hour
See this page for Details
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Action Report
From the Economic Development Division
March 2016
March 2016
Action Report
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From the Convention & Visitors Bureau
MARCH CONVENTIONS, MEETINGS
& MAJOR EVENTS
DATE
3/5
3/11-13
3/25-27
EVENT
ANTICIPATED OUT OF
TOWN ATTENDANCE
Republic of Texas Independence
Celebration
1,000
Ladies Living History Conference
50
Remuda Quarter Horse Assoc. Horse Show 40
San Angelo Cowboy Gathering
Receives Festival of the Year &
Venue of the Year Awards
Congratulations to Terri Holland, founder and director of the San Angelo Cowboy Gathering as she
and the event were honored by Ameripolitan Music
Awards as “Festival of the Year,” and named by
Cowtown Society of Western Swing as “Venue of
the Year.”
The Board of the Texas Police Games was recently in town working
on details for their June Police Games in San Angelo.
MARCH COMMUNITY CALENDAR
The San Angelo Cowboy Gathering was nominated
along with Bristol Rhythm & Roots, Nashville Boogie, New England Shake Up, and Viva Las Vegas
in the Ameripolitan Festival category and named at
their awards ceremony in Austin in February.
The Cowtown Society of Western Music (CSWM)
will recognize SACG as 2016 Venue of the Year at
their annual Awards Show on May 7th in Mineral
Wells.
FOR DETAILS, VISIT WWW.VISITSANANGELO.ORG
2………….……..San Angelo Civic Ballet - Behind the Music Series
4……………….The San Angelo Youth Concert - The Magic in Music
4-5…………………………….………Seven Princesses…and a Bear
5…………………………………Texas Independence Day Celebration
5……….………………1st Saturday at the Chicken Farm Art Center
5……………………….…………………A Tribute to John Williams
11-13…………………………….…12th School of the Victorian Lady
12 & 26……………..The San Angelo Symphony invites you to join us
for Music in Literature!
12……………………………………….The Crazy Desert Trail Race 5
12………………………………………………….Insane Inflatable 5K
14-18…………………....San Angelo Civic Ballet-Creative Movement
Spring Break Camp
19…………………………………………Time Clock Plus Bunny Run
19………………………………………………….Cactus Market Days
19-20………………………………………….Home and Garden Expo
20……………………………………...…………The Downtown Stroll
20………………………SAMFA presents the Chamber Music Series
22………………...Together at the Table - West Texas Hunger Summit
San Angelo recently had a booth at the Southwest
Showcase Meeting Planner Show in Austin to highlight
all that San Angelo has to offer for meetings and
conferences.
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WELCOME TO OUR
CENTENNIAL CLUB MEMBERS
ACTION REPORT
MARCH 2016
HELP US THANK OUR MILITARY TROOPS!
SEE INSERT IN THIS NEWSLETTER TO LEARN HOW
The Bank Card Group
MERCHANT SERVICES - CREDIT
CARDS
Brandy Petty
5600 Private Road 1744
Paint Rock, TX 76866
(325) 656-4416
www.thebankcardgroup.com
Chick-fil-A
RESTAURANTS
Rob Watkins / Blake Wilson
3720 S FM 2288 - 76901
(325) 944-9367
Eat My Cake Designs
HOME BAKERY
Suzanna Aguirre
325-340-3363
http://suzannaaguirre.wix.com/
eatmycakedesigns
Freddy’s Frozen Custard &
Steakburgers
RESTAURANTS
Don Van Hyning
2702 Southwest Blvd. - 76904
(785) 404-2210
www.jrimgmt.com
The Gospel America Network
BROADCAST/VIDEO PRODUCTION
Gary Jenkins
6102 Lydian Court - 76904
(325) 703-1487
http://gospelamerica.net
A FREE Service for Chamber Members
Contact Peggy Arnold at 655-4136 or Peggy@sanangelo.org to reserve your space.
Gypsy Trunk
WOMEN’S RETAIL BOUTIQUE
Elizabeth Coleman
113 E. Concho, Suite 130—76903
(325) 340-2816
www.facebook.com/thegypsytrunk
Mr. Rooter of Abilene
HOME WARRANTY, PLUMBING
(RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL)
Monalish Sims
2929 S. 1st
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 672-0070
506 S. Chadbourne
325-227-6918
Amaryllis, your home décor destination with a wonderful warm atmosphere for original art and gifts from exclusive Dallas, New York,
Peru and Ajijic manufacturers. Amaryllis caters to customers who
look beyond chain stores or buying online to express their personality and style. Amaryllis - your source for good taste and style.
MARCH 2016
MARCH 28 DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR
LSAAA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Each year the Leadership San Angelo Alumni Association (LSAAA) offers several
$1,000 scholarships to deserving students in the Concho Valley. An application
may be requested at the high school counseling office and must be completed by
the student and received by the Association no later than 5:00 pm on March 28,
2016. Along with the completed application, the student must provide their high
school transcript, SAT and/or ACT score sheet, at least one letter of recommendation, and proof of community service. Applications may be mailed or delivered to:
LEADERSHIP SAN ANGELO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, ATTENTION: SCHOLARSHIPS
418 W. AVENUE B, SAN ANGELO, TX 76903
Thank You Mike Long
for the beautiful original
portrait of Phil
Neighbors. The painting
was presented to Susan
Neighbors as a keepsake
for their family.
MARCH TRAINING
The Small Business Development Center is located in the Business Resource Center at 69 N.
Chadbourne. All classes will be held at this location unless otherwise specified. To register, call
942-2098 or email sbdc@angelo.edu.
Mar 2
The Basics of Marketing & Branding 3-5 pm $20
Mar 9
understanding Financial Statements 3-5 pm $20
Mar 10
How to do Business with the Government 3-5 pm $20
Mar 17
Ready, Set, Go! Essentials to Business Startup 6-8:30 pm n/C
Mar 22
How to Write Your Business Plan: Part I: Focus on the
Narrative 6-8:30 pm n/c
Mar 23
The Basics of Bookkeeping 3-5 pm $20
Mar 24
Employee Handbook Clinic 9:30 am—4:30 pm $60 (includes
lunch)
Mar 29
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ACTION REPORT
How to Write Your Business Plan: Part Ii: Focus on
FINANCIALS 6-8:30 pm n/c
WELCOME TO OUR
CENTENNIAL CLUB MEMBERS
— GOLD MEMBER —
Paige Ragsdale & Associates Cruiseone
TRAVEL SERVICES
Paige Ragsdale
P.O. Box 1204
Eldorado, TX 76936
(325) 340-1314
www.travelintex.com
Pregnancy Help Center of Concho
Valley, Inc.
PREGNANCY HELP CENTER
Sandra Franke / Rene Peckham
2525 Sherwood Way - 76901
(325) 944-1515
www.pregnancyhelpcenter.net
2nd Look Consignment
CONSIGNMENT SHOP (LADIES)
Marie Aguirre
115 W. Twohig - 76903
(325) 653-3667
Siempre Tax +
TAX AND INSURANCE
Diana Ibarra
903 N. Chadbourne - 76903
(325) 227-4138
Star Nails
NAIL SALON
Nhimg (Kim) Nguyen
4106 Sherwood Way - 76901
(325) 227-4913
Western Veterinary Hospital
VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Gary Hodges, DVM
2012 West FM 2105 - 76901
(325) 703-6450
www.westernveterinaryhospitalpllc.com
Wienerschnitzel
RESTAURANTS
Don Springer
3205 Sherwood Way - 76901
(325) 944-1414
Work Force Benefits
INSURANCE
Rachel Burnett
27 W. Beauregard - 76903
(281) 685-4046
www.workforcelife.com
Ribbon Cuttings/Ground Breakings
Burlap & Paisley · 322 N. Chadbourne
325-703-6121
Level Up Gaming Center · 4114 Sunset Dr.
325-703-6464
San Angelo Limousine · www.sanangelolimo.com
325-617-7433
Woodspring Suites · 325-617-7100
4013 W. Houston Harte
11th Annual Goodfellow Appreciation Day
This Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 21st from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Military Affairs Committee of the San Angelo Chamber will host an event for all active-duty military
personnel and their families to show our community’s appreciation for their service. The
event will feature food, live entertainment, and family activities for the GAFB service men
and women and their families to enjoy at the downtown River Stage.
WE NEED YOU as a sponsor to make this event happen.
General
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$1,500 Contribution and Above
Sponsor logo on event feature article in the Chamber Newsletter (dist. 1,600)
Sponsor name prominent in all electronic communications to Chamber members in print size
relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsorship recognition/logo on Chamber website
Sponsor banner prominently displayed at the event
20 tickets to event
Colonel
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$1,000 to $1,499 Contribution
Sponsor logo on event feature article in the Chamber Newsletter (dist. 1,600)
Sponsor name prominent in all electronic communications to Chamber members in print size
relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsorship recognition/logo on Chamber website
Sponsor name on sign at event in print size relative to size of sponsorship
15 tickets to event
Major
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$700 to $999 Contribution
Sponsor logo on event feature article in the Chamber Newsletter (dist. 1,600)
Sponsor name prominent in all electronic communications to Chamber members in print size
relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsor name on sign at event in print size relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsorship recognition/logo on Chamber website
10 tickets to event
Captain
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$350 to $699 Contribution
Sponsor logo on event feature article in the Chamber Newsletter (dist. 1,600)
Sponsor name prominent in all electronic communications to Chamber members in print size
relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsor name on sign at event in print size relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsorship recognition/logo on Chamber website
5 tickets to event
Chief Master Sergeant
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$100 to $349 Contribution
Sponsor logo on event feature article in the Chamber Newsletter (dist. 1,600)
Sponsor name prominent in all electronic communications to Chamber members in print size
relative to size of sponsorship
Sponsor name on sign at event in print size relative to size of sponsorship
2 tickets to event
For more information, contact Laura at the Chamber office
at 655‐4136, or by email at laura@SanAngelo.org.
Please help us say THANK YOU to the men and women
stationed at Goodfellow Air Force Base.
The annual Armed Forces Day celebration is a way for our community to
show our gratitude and appreciation
for Goodfellow Air Force Base and its
families, and is one of the reasons San
Angelo has earned numerous distinctions regarding our community’s relationship with the military including
being named the Number 1 City
Among Smaller Markets for Military
Retirement by USAA and military.com and the prestigious ALTUS
Award.
In 2015 we fed over 1,500 military personnel and their family members at
the Goodfellow Appreciation Day
Picnic. This year we plan to host even
more! Please consider supporting
this awesome event!
Your Chamber Staff & Military
Affairs Committee
Please return this form to the Chamber Office.
Mail to: 418 W. Ave. B, San Angelo, TX 76903 Email to: Laura@SanAngelo.org
OR for more information, please call Laura at 655-4136
Yes, I will sponsor the 11th annual Military Affairs Committee Goodfellow Appreciation Day at the following level:
General ($1,500 or more) Please specify the amount _____
Colonel ($1,000 to $1,499) Please specify the amount ______
Major ($700 to $999) Please specify the amount _______
Captain ($350 to $699) Please specify the amount ________
Chief Master Sergeant ($100 to $349) Please specify the amount ______
Business Name: _______________________________________________ Contact Name:_________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
How would you like us to process your sponsorship?
_____ Bill my Chamber Account
_____ Check Enclosed
_____ Bill My Credit Card (Please circle one: MC Visa AMEX Disc)
Account Number: __________________________________________________________________________ Expiration Date: ___________
Name & Address on Card: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
We will also need sponsor/volunteers on the day of the event. If you or your employees would like to be part of
“THE TEAM,” please specify how many will participate below.
Count on __________ people from our company to be part of “THE TEAM” on the day of the event.
Qualifying: June 24 & 25 / Elimination June 26
2016 Sponsorship Packet
Presenting Sponsor
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Corporate name on all promotional materials
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
Corporate name announced throughout the day
(minimum of once per hour)
Corporate name in all press releases to local, state
and national media
Exclusive industry sponsor by category
Corporate logo on event tickets
20’x30’ booth space for product display or
sampling during races
Reserved table of 8 in VIP tent (includes lunch for 8
on each race day)
8 three-day passes
8 event t-shirts
2 cooler passes
3’x8’ banner space for up to 6 banners (3 on each
side of the lake) Sponsor must provide banners.
Corporate name on armbands
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
1 10’x10’ viewing space
1 golf cart pass (Spring Creek side only)
Option to be a ticket distributor for event.
$20,000
Lane Sponsor
Two Lane Sponsorships Available
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Corporate name on all promotional materials
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
Corporate name announced throughout the day
(minimum of once every pass made)
Corporate name in selected press releases to local,
state and national media
20’x20’ booth space for product display or
sampling during races
Reserved table of 8 in VIP tent (includes lunch for 8
on each race day)
8 three-day passes
8 event t-shirts
2 cooler passes
3’x8’ banner space for up to 4 banners (2 on each
side of the lake) Sponsor must provide banners.
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
Corporate logo on back of event t-shirts
1 10’x10’ viewing space
1 golf cart pass (Spring Creek side only)
Option to be a ticket distributor
$10,000
“A-B Distributing has been a proud sponsor of the Showdown in San Angelo since
year one of the event at Lake Nasworthy. Being able to bring Lucas Oil and the Speed
Channel on board in 2010 to broadcast this event on national television enabled many
consumers to see a part of San Angelo and the hospitality that this city can bring, not
to mention the additional visibility of our brands through our advertising sponsorship
with this event.”
- Brian Thomma, Branch Manager of A-B Distributing Company
Who watched the 2015 Showdown in San Angelo Drag Boat races? Over 12,000
attendees, and over 6 million people who saw the television coverage of the event.
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Scoreboard Sponsor
Pit Sponsor
2 Sponsorships are Available
2 Pit Sponsorships are Available
Corporate name on selected promotional materials
Corporate name announced throughout the day
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
15’x 20’ booth space for product display or sampling
Reserved table in VIP tent (includes lunch for 8 each race day)
4 three-day passes
8 event t-shirts, Corporate logo on back of event t-shirts
1 cooler pass
3’x 8’ banner space for up to 2 banners, 1 on each side of the lake.
Sponsor must provide banners.
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
10’ x10’ viewing space
1 golf cart pass
Option to be a ticket distributor for event
$4,000
$2,500
1st Place Trophy Sponsor
Corporate name on 1st Place Trophy
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
6 three-day passes
4 event t-shirts
4 3’x8’ banners displayed. Sponsor must provide banners.
10’x10’ booth space for product display
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
Option to be a ticket distributor for the event
$2,200
Friday
Qualifying Race
&
Show ‘n’ Shine
(multi-sponsorship)
$1,000
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Class Sponsor (multi-sponsorship)
(multi-sponsorship)
Corporate name on select promotional materials
Corporate name announced throughout the day
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
8 three-day passes & 8 event t-shirts
Corporate logo on back of event t-shirts
4 3’x 8’ banners displayed. Sponsor must provide banners.
10’x10’ booth space for product display
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
Option to be a ticket distributor for the event
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Corporate name on select promotional materials
Corporate name announced throughout the day
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
12 three-day passes
8 event t-shirts
3’x8’ banner space for up to 2 banners in pit and event area. Sponsor must provide banners.
Corporate name on back of event t-shirt
10’x10’ booth space for product display
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
1 golf cart pass
Option to be a ticket distributor for the event
$5,500
Pro Show Sponsor
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Corporate name on select promotional materials
Corporate name announced throughout the day
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
6 three-day passes
4 event t-shirts
Corporate logo on back of event t-shirts
4 3’x8’ banner displayed. Sponsor must provide banners.
10’x10’ booth space for product display
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
Option to be a ticket distributor for the event
$2,000
2nd Place Trophy Sponsor
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Corporate name on 2nd Place Trophy
Corporate name and logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to your corporate site
6 three-day passes
2 event t-shirts
2 3’x8’ banners displayed. Sponsor must provide banners.
10’x10’ booth space for product display
Free camping on Spring Creek side of lake in designated area
Option to be a ticket distributor for the event
Corporate name & logo on Showdown website
Link from Showdown website to corporate site
Corporate name mention all day during
Friday Qualifying race and Show ‘n’ Shine
Corporate name recognized periodically
throughout Saturday and Sunday
2 VIP passes ($280 value)
$1,200
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Four 3’x8’ banners displayed; 2 at race site, 2 at
Show ‘n’ Shine. Sponsor must provide banners.
10’x10’ booth space for product display
3 vendor passes
Camping on Spring Creek side of lake in
designated area
To reserve your sponsorship TODAY, call Jenni Campbell at 655-4136
or send her an email at CVBsales@sanangelo.org. *2015 sponsors have first right of refusal
B U S IN E S S
Brown Bag
San Angelo, TX
Lunch Series
BUSINESS BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES
“TEXAS FRIENDLY CUSTOMER SERVICE”
Business owners, managers and front-line employees can all benefit from either an
introduction or a “refresher” course to the importance of quality customer service.
E AT. L E A R N. N E T W O R K .
Don’t miss this FREE monthly noontime
“bring your own brown bag” business
focused speaker series. Box lunches are
available upon request when registering.
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SPEAKER:
Margaret Hoogstra,
BUSINESS Executive Director of
Brown Bag
Texas Forts Trail
San Angelo, TX
LUNCH SERIES
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March 15th, 2016
12 noon - 1 p.m. Doors open 11:45 a.m.
(Third Tuesday of Each Month)
Visitor Center Riverview Room, 418 W. Avenue B., San Angelo, TX 76903
RSVP: 325.655.4136 (optional box lunch available for a nominal fee)
BUSINESS BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES BROUGHT TO YOU BY
ASU Small Business Development Center (ASU-SBDC)
San Angelo Chamber of Commerce
The Business Factory
E-mail: chamber@sanangelo.org Website: www.angelo.edu/bbb
Seating is limited! RSVP today!
325.655.4136