The Greater Washington Board of Trade is made up of the region's leading businesses, including 5,000 individual participants. It is one of the most active and influential business networks in the region. Sponsoring events and programs is the most targeted means of reaching the business market and securing name recognition among the leaders within this dynamic network.
We offer a sponsorship program that is tailored to fit your marketing calendar, whether it highlights a single event or captures full-year comprehensive visibility.
Event Sponsorships
The Board of Trade offers a wide range of sponsorship levels for each event. For more information or to arrange sponsorship of any of the following events, contact Marty Lerner at 202.857.5987 or mlerner@bot.org.
Annual Meeting
A yearly tradition since 1889, the Board of Trade's Annual Meeting gathers the business community to prepare for the year ahead.
Fall Business Classic
After the traditional Washington summer break, member companies of the Board of Trade reestablish important acquaintances at the Fall Business Classic. Held in the region’s most interesting and classic venues, this event brings together over 800 senior business, association and civic leaders from throughout the region for a reception of elegant food and beverage, solid networking and old fashioned deal-making.
Mid-Winter Dinner
There are no speeches. There is no program. Widely regarded as the region's best business event, the Board of Trade'sMid-Winter Dinner offers premier networking with those who get business done in Greater Washington.
Business Development Receptions
Business Development Receptions offer an opportunity to develop key business connections while admiring unique venues around the region.
Program Sponsorships
The Board of Trade offers several programs that are available for full-year sponsorship.
Boardroom Insights
The Boardrooms Insights Series brings senior members of the Board of Trade to the forefront of companies that are helping to shape the region.
Business Partners
Each year, several member businesses are designated Board of Trade Business Partners. Their special support both enhances the work of the Board of Trade and their own visibility in the region.
Executive Networks
Executive Networks gathers business and civic leaders to offer access to the business issues and strategic organizations of highest value to local clients, colleagues and competitors. After spending focused time with a class of 30 peers over a period of ten weeks, participants walk away with meaningful connections and a broader knowledge of the challenges and opportunities throughout Greater Washington.
Jump Start
Jump Start is a high-energy program that provides new and established members an overview of Board of Trade programs and the opportunity to expand your network of contacts.
Potomac Conference
The Potomac Conference is a CEO-level leadership forum that brings together public, private and non-profit executives to focus their expertise and influence on improving the region’s economic health and quality of life.
Advertising Opportunities
Home page Advertising Rates
- One Week: $500
- One Month: $1,500
Website Advertising Specifications
- 468 pixels wide x 60 high
- .jpg or .gif format
- Maximum File Size: 20k
The “go-to” site for area business information, the Board of Trade website more than 7,500 visits and approximately 20,000 page views each month. Your company’s sponsorship of this site puts your banner ad on the home page with a direct link to send patrons to your company’s website.
For more information about website advertising, please contact Allison Stettler at 202.857.5932.