Small Business Summit Partnership Opportunities

Join us in supporting entrepreneurship, innovation and business growth in Windsor-Essex. The Small Business Summit offers sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities to help showcase your organization, build meaningful connections with local business leaders and demonstrate your commitment to the region’s entrepreneurial community. 

Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Become a Sponsor

Investment: $15,000

As the exclusive Presenting Sponsor, your organization will be recognized as the lead partner behind the 2026 Small Business Summit. This premier sponsorship provides unmatched brand visibility before, during and after the event while positioning your organization as a champion of entrepreneurship and business growth in Windsor-Essex. From promotional campaigns and media opportunities to on-stage recognition and premium attendee engagement, this partnership places your brand at the centre of one of the region’s leading business events. 

Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as Presenting Sponsor 
  • Speaking opportunity of up to 10 minutes 
  • Keynote speaker introduction 
  • Highest sponsor recognition on all printed and digital promotional materials 
  • Logo on attendee registration page and confirmation emails 
  • Logo on signage and digital displays at event 
  • Logo on attendee name badges/lanyards 
  • Full-page ad in the event program 
  • Recognition on the event website as Presenting Sponsor 
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event 
  • Verbal acknowledgement by the event host 
  • Featured sponsor in promotional videos for the event 
  • Featured in ½ page print magazine advertisement 
  • Opportunity to supply a 90-second video to be used prior to their speaking engagement 
  • Opportunity to display a branded banner in the main ballroom 
  • Recognition in media releases 
  • Opportunity to provide branded materials or promotional items to attendees 
  • One VIP reserved table of eight (8) event tickets included with sponsorship 
  • One exhibitor table included with sponsorship 
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications
Investment: $5,000

As a YQG Panel Sponsor, your organization will be associated with the event’s flagship discussion platform, where expert perspectives, sector insights and community priorities take centre stage. This sponsorship gives your brand high-profile visibility during a featured conversation designed to inform, engage and spark dialogue among business and community leaders. 

Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as YQG Panel Sponsor for the featured panel discussion 
  • Logo recognition on the presentation slide during the panel discussion 
  • Event program ½-page ad 
  • Logo recognition on event signage 
  • Recognition on the event website as YQG Panel Sponsor 
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event 
  • Verbal acknowledgment by the event host or moderator 
  • Opportunity to ask the panel the first question 
  • Opportunity to provide branded materials or promotional items to attendees
  • Four (4) event tickets included with sponsorship
  • One exhibitor table included with sponsorship
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications
Investment: $3,000

As a Lunch Sponsor, your organization will be featured at a central point in the day when attendees come together to pause, network and continue conversations in a welcoming setting. This sponsorship connects your brand with hospitality, shared experience and the informal relationship-building that happens around the table. 

Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as Lunch Sponsor
  • Opportunity to provide brief sponsor remarks or a welcome message before or after lunch
  • Logo recognition on event signage in the lunch area
  • Recognition on the event website as Lunch Sponsor
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event
  • Verbal acknowledgment by the event host
  • Opportunity to place branded materials at lunch tables
  • Option to provide branded napkins, table cards or other approved items in the lunch area
  • Four (4) event tickets included with sponsorship
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications
Investment: $2,500/session

As a Breakout Sponsor, your organization will be positioned within a focused learning environment where attendees engage directly with timely topics, practical insights and expert-led discussion. This sponsorship offers targeted visibility in a smaller session setting, helping your brand connect with participants who are actively exploring ideas and solutions. 

Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as Breakout Sponsor for one featured session 
  • Opportunity to introduce the speaker and provide brief sponsor remarks 
  • Recognition on the breakout room entrance signage 
  • Logo recognition on event signage 
  • Logo placement in the event program 
  • Recognition on the event website as Breakout Sponsor 
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event 
  • Verbal acknowledgment by the event host or moderator 
  • Opportunity to provide branded materials or promotional items to attendees in breakout room 
  • Two (2) event tickets included with sponsorship 
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications
Investment: $2,000

As a Networking Break Sponsor, your organization will be seen where attendees naturally stop for coffee, refreshments and quick conversations between sessions. This sponsorship links your brand to energy, convenience and the small but valued moments that help keep guests refreshed, comfortable and engaged throughout the event.

 Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as Networking Break Sponsor
  • Logo recognition on refreshment station signage
  • Logo placement in the event program
  • Recognition on the event website as Networking Break Sponsor
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event
  • Verbal acknowledgment by the event host
  • Opportunity to place branded materials or promotional items including branded napkins, cups, table cards, or other approved items
    in the refreshment area
  • Two (2) event tickets included with sponsorship
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications
Investment: $2,500

As Summit Social Sponsor, your organization will be highlighted during the Summit’s closing social event, when attendees shift from formal programming into relaxed networking. This sponsorship creates a strong association with celebration, hospitality and relationship-building as guests reconnect, unwind and extend the conversations started throughout the day. 

Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as Social Sponsor 
  • Each attendee receives one drink compliments of the sponsor 
  • Opportunity to provide brief sponsor remarks or a welcome toast to open Summit Social 
  • Logo recognition on signage in the Summit Social area 
  • Logo placement in the event program 
  • Recognition on the event website as the Summit Social Sponsor 
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event 
  • Verbal acknowledgment by the event host 
  • Opportunity to place branded materials or promotional items including drink tickets, napkins, coasters, table cards or other approved items in the Summit Social area 
  • Two (2) event tickets included with sponsorship 
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications
Investment: $2,000

As a Signature Moment Sponsor, your organization will be tied to a curated event feature that carries visibility beyond the room. Through verbal acknowledgement and branding on the photo download cards, this sponsorship keeps your brand connected to both the formal program and the post-event memories attendees revisit after the event. 

Your contribution includes:

  • Exclusive branding as Signature Moment Sponsor 
  • Verbal acknowledgement by the event host 
  • Recognition in the photo gallery email  
  • Recognition whenever event photos are posted after the Summit 
  • Logo placement in the event program 
  • Logo placement on photo URL cards for digital photo downloads shared within 24 hours after the event 
  • Recognition on the event website as Signature Moment Sponsor 
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event 
  • Two (2) event tickets included with sponsorship 
  • Post-event recognition in sponsor thank-you communications

Become an Exhibitor

Investment: $750

Showcase your products, services and expertise to more than 200 entrepreneurs, business owners and community leaders throughout the day. The exhibitor area is designed to encourage meaningful conversations during registration, networking breaks, lunch and the closing Summit Social, giving exhibitors multiple opportunities to connect with potential clients, partners and collaborators.

  • One 8-foot skirted exhibit table 
  • Two chairs 
  • Access to electrical power 
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi 
  • Two (2) event tickets included with sponsorship 
  • Recognition on the event website 
  • Recognition on social media leading up to the event 
  • Opportunities to network with attendees throughout the day during breaks, lunch and the Summit Social 
  • Opportunity to distribute promotional materials and giveaways at your exhibit table

Secure Your Partnership

To secure your partnership or learn more, please contact:

Andrew Rowberry
Director of Membership Services
Windsor Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce
[email protected]
519-966-3696 ext. 221