To better serve members, the BABC Chicago created Sponsorship and Membership Tiers. You are able to choose the level that best matches your business needs. After you have reviewed the specific benefits of each category below, click here to download a Membership Application:
BABC CHICAGO MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Membership Categories - Effective January 2011
TIER ONE: SPONSOR MEMBERSHIP LEVEL
1. Churchill Member – $10,000.00
Specialized benefits:
Named industry key sponsor for one BABC Chicago signature event, with speaking opportunity (2011 signature events: Ascot Day, BABC Chicago Annual Awards Dinner, and Christmas Gala).
One table for ten (10) at your company’s sponsored signature event.
Corporate logo on BABC Chicago Web site for the year, with link to your company Web site.
VIP seating and 15% discount on tickets to all BABC Chicago signature events.
Seat on BABC Chicago Board of Directors.
Up to 25 Employees registered in the national network.
The above benefits are in addition to the standard local and global BABC benefits (See page 2)
2. Royal Member – $5,000.00
Specialized benefits:
Named industry co-sponsor for one BABC Chicago signature event. (2011 signature events: Ascot Day, BABC Chicago Annual Awards Dinner, and Christmas Gala).
Five (5) tickets to sponsored signature event.
Corporate logo on BABC Chicago Web site for the year, with link to your company Web site.
VIP seating and 10% discount on tickets to all BABC Chicago signature events.
Seat on the BABC Chicago Board.
Up to 25 Employees registered in the national network.
The above benefits are in addition to the standard local and global BABC benefits (See page 2)
3. Transatlantic Sponsor – $3,000
Specialized benefits:
Sponsor recognition for one BABC Chicago event.
Company logo on the BABC Chicago website for the year.
Three (3) tickets to a BABC Chicago signature event.
5% discount on tickets to all BABC Chicago signature events.
Up to 25 Employees registered in the national network.
The above benefits are in addition to the standard local and global BABC benefits (See page 2)
TIER TWO: MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
4. Premium Business Network – $995
Specialized benefits:
- Includes two (2) tickets to a BABC Chicago signature event.
- Includes twelve (12) Afterhours networking event tickets.
- Opportunity for a private meeting with one or two BABC Chicago Board of Directors.
- Host a round-table for BABC Chicago member-companies to promote your business and industry, promoted by the Council.
- Up to 25 Employees registered in the national network.
The above benefits are in addition to the standard local and global BABC benefits (See below)
5. Business Network – $500
Specialized Benefits:
- Includes one (1) ticket to a BABC Chicago signature event.
- Includes six (6) Afterhours networking event tickets.
- Opportunity for a private meeting with one or two BABC Chicago Board of Directors.
- Host a round-table for BABC Chicago member-companies to promote your business and industry, promoted by the Council.
- Up to 10 Employees registered in the national network
The above benefits are in addition to the standard local and global BABC benefits (See below)
6. Individual Business Representative – $250.
Optional: Purchase 10 Afterhours networking event tickets at $80 (value $100) for a Total Individual Business Representative Membership fee of: $330.
Specialized Benefits:
- Includes two (2) Afterhours networking event tickets.
- Meeting with BABC Chicago staff to find ways to get most from your investment.
The above benefits are in addition to the standard local and global BABC benefits (See below)
Standard Local and Global BABC Membership Benefits:
Participation in our strategic alliance with the British Consulate-General Chicago and UK Trade & Investment, including invitations to a New Member reception, targeted workshops, and events for visiting UK business and government representatives.
Start making connections and having discussions with fellow BABC Chicago members by joining the Council’s LinkedIn Group for members only.
Two e-mail blasts annually, upon request, to fellow members about your company’s offerings.
Excel spreadsheet of all BABC Chicago members, upon request.
Join a committee. Host an Afterhours networking event or sponsor the first drinks. Share your expertise by conducting a seminar for fellow BABC members. Increase visibility through sponsorships.
Listing in and access to the BABC online global membership directory (2,500 companies).
Connect with other members, when you are traveling or doing business outside the Chicago area or attending the annual BABC Transatlantic Business Conference.
You may attend other BABC chapter events at the BABC member price.
Promote your services and products to over 2,500 BABC member companies on the global BABC Web site. All you need to do is offer a discount and/or premiums to fellow members to be listed in the Membership Discount Section; or take advantage of available discounts.
Facilitated access to the BABC J1Visa Program that enables qualified employees and their families to come to the US quickly, easily and cost effectively.
BABC Investment News & Monthly Policy Focus.
Questions? Contact Chris Brenkus by e-mail at cbrenkus@babcc.org or phone at 312-771-2751. We look forward to working with you!
