Morrisville Chamber members interested in building name recognition and increasing corporate visibility among Triangle area businesses have numerous opportunities to sponsor events and programs, as well to advertise in a variety of print and online publications.
     The events and programs planned for 2009 are listed below with brief descriptions of each. For a complete list of available sponsorships, please download the 2010 Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities brochure.
   

This annual dinner event draws more than 250 Chamber members, elected officials and guests. It features a keynote speaker, a review of the previous year’s accomplishments, a look at the year ahead, and award presentations for Small Business of the Year and Ambassador of the Year. Held in February.
     

BizTalk seminars are presented by various successful Triangle area business professionals. They are educational opportunities designed to enhance the skills of Chamber members and their employees in areas such as Sales & Marketing, Public Relations, Business Etiquette, Image Branding and Effective Networking. Expected attendance is 50 per seminar. 
     

The Chamber’s quarterly after-work networking event draws about 100 business and community leaders. It includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages and is held from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
     

Business Showcase & Reverse Raffle

The annual Business Expo and Reverse Raffle have joined forces for one high rollin’ evening! Chamber members have an opportunity to showcase their products and services to a large audience of Triangle business leaders at this after-hours event featuring networking, heavy hors d’oeuvres and chances to win big money! Held in June.
  

Held three times a year, Economic Development Forums are an opportunity to provide Triangle business and community leaders with a comprehensive look at Morrisville’s economic development initiatives. Each forum features multiple speakers or a panel of contributors. Includes a networking breakfast. Expected attendance is 75.
  

The spring and fall golf tournaments are two of the Chamber’s most successful fundraising events, each drawing 170 golfers. Golfers enjoy 18 holes in a “captain’s choice” format with on-course contests throughout. Player packages include breakfast, lunch, and a catered awards reception and raffle following play. Held in May and September.
 

Holiday Reception

The Chamber’s annual holiday reception is the perfect way to kick off the season. Proceeds benefit a charity of the sponsor’s choosing. Expected attendance is 150. Held in December.
 

Knowledgeable Network of Women (KNOW) Series

This brand new series is designed to support the development of professional women in the Morrisville and Triangle through innovative and creative programming. The series will consist of quarterly luncheon seminars, each featuring a keynote speaker or panel of experts to address an issue unique to professional women. Expected attendance is 100. Held in January, April, July and October.
 

New Member Receptions

New Chamber members and new employees of current member companies are invited to a networking lunch and orientation session at the Chamber. Expected attendance is 40.
 

Planning Conference

The annual planning conference is an opportunity for Chamber members to actively participate in developing plans for the Chamber’s next fiscal year. Members will be brought up to date on the status of Chamber initiatives, review the progress of the past year and provide direction for the coming year. The full-day conference includes breakfast, lunch, program materials and optional golf in the afternoon. Expected attendance is 75. Held in October.

 Health Fair

The mission of the Morrisville Chamber Health Fair is to build community awareness of the many quality health and wellness organizations that are available in our area. Participating business provide a host of healthcare screenings and services. This program is heavily marketed to all members, employees of member firms, and citizens of Morrisville. Attendance is expected to exceed 250.