Signature Sponsorships
Signature events create memorable experiences that strengthen community ties and showcase your brand in a relaxed, engaging environment. NEJC Chamber’s social and activity-based events attract a broad mix of professionals, community leaders, and local
supporters.
These events offer creative branding opportunities, recognition across marketing channels, and chances to interact with attendees in ways that feel natural and enjoyable.
Annual Gala
The NEJC Chamber Annual Gala is the organization’s premier celebration, bringing together business leaders, community partners, and elected officials for an elevated evening of connection and recognition.
This highly attended event highlights the impact of the Chamber and its members while providing sponsors with prominent visibility before, during, and after the event. Sponsorship opportunities include recognition across event marketing, on-site branding,
and association with one of the Chamber’s most anticipated nights of the year.
The Annual Gala offers sponsors an opportunity to align their brand with excellence, leadership, and community pride—while engaging with a broad and influential audience in a sophisticated setting.
Golf Classic
The NEJC Chamber Golf Classic is one of the Chamber’s premier annual events, bringing together business leaders, sponsors, and community partners for a day of networking and friendly competition.
Golf Classic sponsorships provide strong brand exposure before, during, and after the event, including recognition in marketing materials, on-site visibility, and opportunities to engage directly with participants. Sponsors enjoy meaningful face-to-face interaction with decision-makers while supporting a signature Chamber event.
A variety of sponsorship levels allow organizations to choose the visibility and involvement that best fit their goals.
State of the Cities & State of the SMSD
The State of the Cities and State of the Shawnee Mission School District events offer a unique opportunity to connect with local leaders, elected officials, and engaged business professionals.
These annual events offer insight into the region's economic development, city initiatives, and community priorities. Sponsorship positions your organization alongside influential voices while offering visibility through event promotion, recognition during the
program, and attendee engagement.
Wine Walk
The Wine Walk is a highly anticipated community experience that combines local businesses, entertainment, and social connection in a walkable, engaging format.
Sponsorship opportunities allow organizations to align their brand with a signature lifestyle event while enjoying visibility throughout the experience. From entrance signage to branded experiences along the route, sponsors are integrated into the event
atmosphere in a way that feels authentic and engaging.
The Wine Walk attracts a diverse audience and offers premium opportunities for brand recognition and guest interaction.
Speakeasy Experience
The Speakeasy is an exclusive, immersive event that offers a unique sponsorship opportunity in a more intimate and memorable setting. Designed to surprise and delight, the experience features crafted cocktails, curated ambiance, and meaningful conversation.
Sponsorships allow brands to be woven seamlessly into the atmosphere through signature cocktails, branded spaces, and elevated guest experiences. With limited attendance, the Speakeasy provides sponsors with high-touch engagement and
distinctive visibility that feels intentional and refined.
This event is ideal for organizations looking to stand out through creativity, exclusivity, and memorable brand alignment.
NEJC Leadership Sponsorships
Leadership NEJC is a flagship leadership development program designed to educate, connect, and inspire emerging and established leaders across Northeast Johnson County.
Sponsorships support professional development while positioning your organization as a champion of leadership, education, and community growth. Sponsors receive year-long visibility across program materials, sessions, and events, along with opportunities
to engage directly with participants.
Leadership sponsorships demonstrate a strong commitment to investing in the future of the region.
Trivia Night
Trivia Night is a high-energy, social event that brings together professionals, community members, and local leaders for friendly competition and connection.
Sponsorship opportunities place your brand at the center of the experience, with visibility through event promotion, on-site recognition, and interactive moments throughout the evening. From branded game materials to hosted rounds or prizes,
sponsors are integrated in ways that feel fun, engaging, and memorable.
Trivia Night attracts a broad, engaged audience and offers a relaxed environment where meaningful conversations and brand awareness happen naturally, making it an ideal sponsorship for organizations looking to connect in an approachable, lively setting.
EdgeJC – Young Professionals
EdgeJC is the Chamber’s young professionals group, focused on education, networking, and service. The program connects rising leaders and emerging professionals through events, service projects, and professional development opportunities.
Sponsorships allow organizations to engage with the next generation of business leaders while supporting programming that removes barriers to participation and encourages involvement. Opportunities include year-long brand visibility, hosted events,
service partnerships, and support for EdgeJC members attending major Chamber events.
