Support our industry’s leaders during our celebratory Inaugural Gala. This will be a glamorous, memorable, fun-filled evening where we introduce our new Board of Directors and toast to the winners of the REALTOR® Awards, including the REALTOR® of the Year.
Get to Know Your Audience
Attendees of the annual Inaugural Gala are influential Chicagoland real estate professionals; they hold local, state and national leadership positions and guide our industry at the local and national levels! Connect with these impactful leaders and show your brand is ready to support them into the Association’s new fiscal year.
These Gala attendees are:
- Seeking to connect with influential leaders in the Chicagoland real estate industry.
- Using this event as a platform for fellow professionals holding local, state, and national leadership positions to come together, celebrate accomplishments and set the tone for the new fiscal year.
Why Sponsor The Inaugural Gala?
By participating, brands can make a lasting impression on key decision-makers and demonstrate their readiness to support and collaborate in shaping the future of the local real estate market.
- High visibility: Exposure to over 600 key real estate professionals and decision-makers.
- Networking: Build valuable connections with industry leaders and Chicago Association of REALTORS® members.
- Brand promotion: Enhance brand recognition within the real estate community.
- Community support: Show commitment to local industry and community growth.
Don’t miss your chance to shine in front of hundreds of attendees!
EVENT INFORMATION:
141st Inaugural Gala | Friday, September 20, 2024 | 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Hilton Chicago | 720 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
Sponsorship Questions?
Contact Mary Beth Durkin via email or at 708-257-6744
Jump to the Package Options Below:
Check Out Past Inaugural Gala highlights below
Exclusive Headliner Opportunities
All headliner sponsorship opportunities include the following: logo recognition in Chicago REALTOR® Magazine, recognition as a sponsor on event marketing email blasts to 17,000+ real estate professionals, logo included on the event website, and inclusion on the branded signs throughout the venue.
Ballroom Sponsor
$20,000
Attendees of the 2024 Inaugural Gala will be greeted in the ballroom with distinctive branding, ambiance and elegance! Join our VIP audience, including the Board of Directors, Hall of Fame members, REALTOR® Award recipients and distinguished guests for a night to remember. Your company will be presented as the opening act during this premier night for real estate and attendees will enjoy all the subtle touches that make the night special, compliments of you!
Also included with this sponsorship:
- Two tables (20 tickets) to the gala dinner and after party
- Recognition as the exclusive Ballroom Sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program booklet (Ads will be included in the program book if this sponsorship is contracted and received by Friday, August 9, 2024)
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
After-Party Lounge Sponsor
SOLD!
Package Includes
Extend the celebration as the After Party Lounge Sponsor! Enjoy dancing and networking with friends and colleagues in a relaxing setting as a band (or DJ) plays and cocktails are served. Guests will see your company logo prominently displayed throughout the lounge area, which is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Also included with this sponsorship:
- One table (10 tickets) to the gala and after-party
- Recognition as the After-Party Lounge Sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program booklet (Ads will be included in the program book if this sponsorship is contracted and received by August 9, 2024)
- Custom company branded items included in the lounge space
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Enhance An Event Experience
Logo-Branded Photobooth Sponsor
$12,000
Wow the crowd with this wonderful keepsake of the 2024 Inaugural Gala. Perfect for couples, groups or solo guests, attendees will have a reminder of this event, compliments of you! Each attendee will receive a photo to keep or share.
Also included with this sponsorship:
- One table (10 tickets) to the gala and after party
- Recognition as the Logo Branded Photo Booth sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program book (Ads will be included in the program book if contracted and received by August 9, 2024)
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Exclusive Wine Sponsor
$12,000
Be the talk of the tables’ toasts as attendees enjoy the table wine, courtesy of you. Fine bottles of red and white wine will be served at dinner..
Also included with this sponsorship:
- One table (10 tickets) to the gala and after party
- Recognition as the Logo Branded Photo Booth sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program book (Ads will be included in the program book if contracted and received by August 9, 2024)
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Custom Company-Logo Dessert Sponsor
$10,000
Your logo will be placed on every dessert served at the Inaugural Gala! Customized (and deliciously edible) dessert toppers will be incorporated into the dessert to show your support of the Chicago real estate community.
Also included with this sponsorship:
- Six tickets to the gala and after party
- Recognition as the Custom Dessert sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program book (Ads will be included in the program book if this sponsorship is contracted and received by August 9, 2024)
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Gold-Level: Signature Cocktail Sponsor
$8,000 (3 Available)
As guests enter the event or at the after-party, they can enjoy a passed signature cocktail, compliments of you! Signage, custom table tents and napkins will also acknowledge your sponsorship.
Also included with this sponsorship:
- Five tickets to the gala and after party
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Signage near entertainment
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Shine Bright in the Ballroom
Platinum Sponsor: Premium Advertising
$10,000
Increase your brand awareness with a heightened advertising presence in both the Inaugural program book and the Inaugural photo spread in Chicago REALTOR® Magazine! The Inaugural program book is distributed to the attendees at the event and kept by many as a memento of the night. Then, solidify your brand in the marketplace after the event by advertising in Chicago REALTOR® Magazine, which is distributed to our 17,000 members. Your company will be prominently displayed!
Also included with this sponsorship:
- One table of 10 tickets to the gala and after-party
- Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program book (Ads will be included in the program book if contracted and received by August 9, 2024)
- Two full-page ads in the Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Centerpiece Sponsor
$10,000
The highlight of the event’s décor has become our striking floral displays, which are designed by some of Chicago’s most notable floral studios. Best of all, your logo will be integrated into every piece placed on the table.
Also included with this sponsorship:
- One table (10 tickets) to the gala and after party
- Recognition as the Centerpiece Sponsor during the live program
- 4-color, full-page ad in the Inaugural program book (Ads will be included in the program book if this sponsorship is contracted and received by August 9, 2024)
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Elevate the After-Party
Gold-level: After-Party Entertainment Sponsor
SOLD!
Package Includes
Sponsor the music at the after-party. This is a wonderful touch to keep the festivities going!
Also included with this sponsorship:
- Four tickets to the gala and after party
- Live acknowledgment by the band or DJ
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signage at the event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Gold-level: After-Party Food or Dessert Sponsor
$6,000 (2 Available)
Be the hit of the after-party with food or desserts presented by you! The display will include logo-branded signage recognizing your sponsorship.
Also included with this sponsorship:
- Four tickets to the gala and after party
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Support the Event & Our New leadership
Silver Sponsor
$3,500
This sponsorship includes:
- Three tickets to the gala and after party
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Premium Table Sponsor
$2,800*
*After August 1, 2024, Premium Table price increases to $3,200.
This sponsorship includes:
- A reserved table of ten (10) tickets for you and your group during the Gala dinner.
- Enjoy access to the vibrant after-party, featuring live entertainment.
- Prepare for the spotlight! Your company logo will be featured in the Inaugural program book.*
- Showcase your support with your company logo prominently displayed on your reserved table throughout the Gala dinner.
*Logo Inclusion in the program book Is Available ONLY if the table is purchased by August 16, 2024.
Bronze Sponsor
$2,500
This sponsorship includes:
- Two tickets to the gala and after party
- Company logo displayed on or in:
- A/V presentation played during the event
- Inaugural Gala website
- Inaugural program book*
- Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
- Sponsor signs at event
- Pre- and post-event collateral
Program Book Advertising
Full Page Ad: $650
Share your best wishes for our industry leaders in the program booklet for The Night for Real Estate in Chicago.
It’s the perfect way to add a personal touch and recognize your friends, colleagues or business associates. Additionally, your brand will be in front of over 700 real estate industry influencers and attendees at this annual event. Don’t miss your chance to share your congrats and acknowledge such tremendous industry success. Place your ad order in this year’s program booklet, today.
Artwork due by noon on August 16, 2024
Ad specs: PDF or EPS format, 300 dpi | Page size: 8.5” w x 5.5” h -please add .125” bleed | Ad final size: 8.75” w x 5.75” h
Ready to sponsor? Complete the form below.