On this blog, I talk a lot about what’s in it for you from the perspective of your organization or business when you chase sponsorship....
Archive: News
What’s the Difference Between Sponsorship and Advertising?
by Chris Baylis | Jul 14, 2020 | Motorsport, News
Companies and organizations seek sponsors for all sorts of reasons, some for financial assistance and others for promotions. If you’re...
How to Talk to Sponsors: A Guide to the First Meeting
by Chris Baylis | Jul 6, 2020 | News
It’s the day you’ve been waiting for. You’ve agonized over your sponsorship package, edited and re-edited your proposal, and now your...
How to Determine Sponsorship Levels
by Chris Baylis | Jun 25, 2020 | Motorsport, News
Gold, silver, and bronze. The same award tiers used for athletic performance and other forms of excellence may sound like a natural fit...
Why You Should Avoid Tiered Sponsorship Levels (And What to do Instead)
by Chris Baylis | Jun 12, 2020 | Motorsport, News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWqLNoU3Lvo&t=3s I have some bad news. Sponsors HATE sponsorship packages with levels. Having worked...
What Is the Difference Between Sponsorship and a Donation?
by Chris Baylis | Jun 3, 2020 | News
As a nonprofit organization, getting cash, goods, and services from the local community is a great way to keep your organization afloat...
Sponsorship ROI Metrics: Approaches to Measurement and Evaluation
by Chris Baylis | Jun 1, 2020 | News
Before you dive in, if you are looking to determine the value of your sponsors , check out these titles in our “sponsorship valuation"...
Sponsorship for Festivals: What You Need to Know for Your Event to Be a Hit
by Chris Baylis | May 28, 2020 | Festivals, News
Before you dive in, if you are interested in festival sponsorship, check out these titles in our “sponsorship for festivals” series: How...
Sponsorship for Athletes: Everything You Need to Know
by Chris Baylis | May 13, 2020 | Athlete, News
While many companies are open to sponsoring athletes, there is a right and wrong way to pursue such deals. This comprehensive,...