Investment, Sponsorship, and the 4×4 Program

Avenues of Support

Investment

There are several avenues of benefit we offer when you invest in the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation. Join us today to promote new industry, technology, and business in Chippewa County and create a stronger economic base for all. Review the CEDC Investment and Sponsorship levels below and call our office to discuss your level of engagement. (715) 723-7150

Diamond Avenue: Up to $10,000

  • NEWSLETTER – Your company logo in each CEDC quarterly e-newsletter
  • MEETING SPACE – Access to our board room and office space at CBS2 for your company meetings, functions, or visiting contractors
    Our spacious board room seats 18 comfortably and has all of the A/V equipment necessary for your presentations. Please call us to book.
  • DIAMOND COMMUNICATION – Access new CEDC reports or business opportunities before the general public
  • SHOWCASE – Opportunity to showcase your business by hosting a Meet and Greet exclusively for CEDC Investors
  • And all benefits below:

Platinum Avenue: Up to $2,500

  • NEWSLETTER – Your company logo in each CEDC quarterly e-newsletter
  • MEETING SPACE – Access to our board room and office space at CBS2 for your company meetings, functions, or visiting contractors
    Our spacious board room seats 18 comfortably and has all of the A/V equipment necessary for your presentations. Please call us to book.
  • DIAMOND COMMUNICATION – Access new CEDC reports or business opportunities before the general public
  • SHOWCASE – Opportunity to showcase your business by hosting a Meet and Greet exclusively for CEDC Investors
  • And all benefits below:

Gold Avenue: Up to $1,000

  • RECOGNITION – Logo Listing on chippewa-wi.com
  • EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES – Only CEDC Investors can sponsor CEDC events. Exclusive sponsorship is available at certain times giving this level of investment an opportunity to publicize your commitment to the Chippewa Valley’s future
  • And all benefits below:

Silver Avenue: Up to $500

  • RECOGNITION
    – Investors listed in printed programs for CEDC’s signature luncheons
    – Investors listed on website
    – Use of digital “CEDC Investor” logo graphic
  • INVITES TO CEDC SPECIAL VIP EVENTS: ADVANCED NETWORKING & MORE
    – Special Invitation to CEDC’s Annual Christmas Party
    – Special Invitation to host VIPs, site selectors, and elected officials
  • And all benefits below:

Bronze Avenue: Up to $300

  • CONNECTIONS – Because CEDC is the hub of business activity in Chippewa County, we provide you with appropriate referrals
  • BUSINESS ASSISTANCE – Our BEAR (Business Expansion and Retention) team works with you to offer a wide variety of business assistance services, from reviewing your
    business plans to advising and coaching on marketing, branding review, improving your public relations events,
    such as ribbon cuttings, ground breaking ceremonies, and organizing networking events with your company
  • And all benefits below:

Copper Avenue: Up to $150

  • SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES – Opportunities to serve on task forces and targeted committees
  • SUBSCRIPTION – Subscription to email blasts and the e-newsletter to stay abreast of Economic Development activities and events.

Sponsorship

Show your direct support and market your business by choosing to sponsor! We have multiple events and levels of engagement to choose from:

  •  2019-2020 CEDC VIP Events: $250
  •  2019-2020 CEDC Lunch & Learn Events: $200
  •  2019-2020 CEDC Advocacy Hosting Events: $150
  •  2020 Annual Meeting, Business of the Year Awards Breakfast, and 8th Annual Chippewa Charity Golf Outing (choose your level)
    • Diamond Sponsorship: $2,000 (limited)
    • Platinum Sponsorship: $1,500
    • Gold Sponsorship: $750
    • Silver Sponsorship: $500

Join the 2019-2022 4X4 Exporting Program

The 4X4 Program is a collaboration between Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) and our private sector investors to implement specific Board of Director one-time initiatives that foster the growth of key emerging industry clusters, businesses, economic trends, and entrepreneurs. Our current initiative is to increase Chippewa Valley exports 16% (4%/year) by the year 2022 and attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
When you add your support of the 2019-2022 4×4 Exporting Program to your investment, your organization will be recognized in our publications as a Pledged 4X4 Program Supporter.

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