Sarasota EPI Chapter Sponsorship Tiers & Benefits:

Sponsorships with the Sarasota EPI Chapter provide direct access to the region’s top business owners, executives, and advisors. Sponsors gain exclusive visibility, trusted introductions, and thought leadership opportunities — positioning your brand at the center of Florida’s business exit and succession ecosystem.

Diamond Sponsor — $10,000 

Top-level access and exclusivity — ideal for firms seeking maximum visibility and strategic introductions.

• Premier Logo Placement: Most prominent logo position on all chapter materials, website, and event signage.
• Exclusive Keynote Speaking Opportunity: 20-minute keynote address at two major chapter events, positioning your firm as a thought leader and have a marketing table at the event.
• Member Data Access: Access to attendee lists (opt-in contacts) after each event for personalized follow-up.
• VIP Seating: Reserved seating at all chapter events for your team or key clients.
• 5 Complimentary Chapter Memberships: Share memberships with team members or clients.
• Priority Networking: Personal introductions to targeted members and guests, coordinated by chapter leadership.
• Dedicated Recognition: Individual sponsor spotlight on social media monthly, logo on email marketing for meetings, and logo on the chapter website.  
• Exclusive Hospitality Access: Opportunity to co-host private breakout sessions or dinners with chapter leadership annually.

Platinum Sponsor — $5,000 

Premium branding and speaking engagement to elevate your firm's credibility and access.

• Prominent Logo Placement: High-visibility logo on all chapter materials and event signage.
• Speaking Opportunity: 10-minute spotlight speaking session at two chapter meetings and have a marketing table at the event.
• Member Connection Access: Post-event access to attendee contact information (opt-in list) after each meeting.
• VIP Seating: Reserved premium seating at chapter meetings.
• 3 Complimentary Chapter Memberships
• Priority Networking: Facilitated introductions to selected attendees by chapter leadership.
• Dedicated Recognition: Featured posts on social media quarterly, logo on website, and logo on email marketing for meetings. 

Gold Sponsor — $2,500 

Brand recognition, personal introductions, and strategic networking opportunities.

• Company Listing: Company name featured on all event materials, signage, and chapter website.
• Introduction Opportunity: One 10-minute live introduction at two chapter meetings (introduce your company and team) and have a marketing table at the event.
• Post-Event Connection List: Receive attendee opt-in list for direct follow-up after each meeting.
• 2 Complimentary Chapter Memberships.
• Preferred Recognition: Acknowledge on signage as a key supporter at events and a company listing as a gold sponsor online.  

Silver Sponsor — $1,500

• Company Listing: Company name featured on all event materials, signage, and chapter website.
• Introduction Opportunity: One 10-minute live introduction at one chapter meeting (introduce your company and team) and have a marketing table at the event.
• Post-Event Connection List: Receive attendee opt-in list for direct follow-up after each meeting.
• 1 Complimentary Chapter Membership.
• Preferred Recognition: Acknowledge on signage as a key supporter at events and a company listing as a silver sponsor online.  

Meeting Sponsor — $500 

Affordable visibility for firms seeking a presence within the Sarasota business community.

• Company Listing: Included on selected chapter materials, signage, and listed as a meeting sponsor on the website event.
• Meeting Mentions: 10-minute slot to speak at the sponsored event and have a marketing table at the event.
• Post-Event Highlights: Name included in post-event communications.
• Sponsor Acknowledgment: Listed among official chapter supporters for that event.
• *Requires an active chapter membership

Additional Sponsor Benefits (All Levels)

• Access to private EPI events (invite-only sessions)
• Opportunity to build co-branded thought leadership materials (optional at additional cost)
• Priority invitation for select joint marketing opportunities (e.g., webinars, workshops)
• Association with the premier community of exit planning professionals on the West Coast of Florida

Become a sponsor of the EPI Sarasota Chapter! We appreciate your support of this community.