The document describes the California Launch Festival event which will take place on September 27-28, 2014 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The festival aims to provide support, education, and networking opportunities for over 6,000 young entrepreneurs. It will feature keynote speakers, celebrity guests, musical performances, and workshops on topics related to business and entrepreneurship. The event seeks sponsorships from companies and organizations to support the development of young business leaders in California.
2. ABOUT CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL
On the weekend of Saturday, Sept. 27th & Sunday, Sept. 28th, 2014,
CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL through its unique purpose will provide
support, educational sessions and an ideal networking opportunity for
6000+ young entrepreneurs of California through an array of inspirational
connections with companies, community organizations, colleges and
universities, speakers, keynotes, celebrity and musical guests.
We like to call it our: “Coachella and The Apprentice With a Purpose” .
Our goal is to cultivate an inspiring annual event that stimulates growth in
California’s economy through the success and advancement of young
business leaders. It is a place for young entrepreneurs to mix and mingle
with seasoned professionals in sharing their enthusiasm and experience
from multiple industries.
This special event will provide companies and organizations an exclusive
opportunity to mentor our next generation of leaders in the workforce, to
collaborate with young entrepreneurs in jump-starting their new
businesses and to help them grow their startup companies.
THIS EVENT IS A CELEBRATION OF
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT!
3. OUR OBJECTIVES
To establish a statewide network of community resources, expert advisors,
successful leaders, companies and educational institutions that support
and collaborate with up-and-coming entrepreneurs
To develop the knowledge of business owners and entrepreneurs
To provide immersive education opportunities through
college scholarships, a college fair, and mentor forums
To provide students and young entrepreneurs collaborative learning
seminars with leaders and industry experts in multiple industries of
interest
To expose attendees to innovative products, services and companies
To build confidence in the young entrepreneurs ideas and their abilities
The ultimate goal, beneficial to us all, is to foster start-up, existing and
expanding businesses, run by bright young leaders and
To boost economic and job growth in communities across California!
4. WHERE IS THE CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL HELD?
In beautiful Southern California at the world famous Pasadena, Rose Bowl!
5. CELEBRITY HEADLINERS
HOSTED BY BILL RANCIC
Bill Rancic burst on the scene as the first-ever winner of the NBC TV hit show, The Apprentice.
With tremendous experience that ranges from Main Street to Wall Street,
Bill will host all of the celebrity discussions.
Tony Hawk widely known as one of best skateboarders in the world, this hard core computer geek and
entrepreneur shares a wealth of knowledge that created one of the bestselling video games of all time.
Tony will be Presenting the Community Strides in California Entrepreneur Award.
Kylie and Kendall Jenner were born into a family of entrepreneurs. They are soaring in business with a
fashion line that is hands-on. This seminar is perfect for high school and college entrepreneurs dreaming to
make strides the business world. Kylie and Kendall will be Presenting the
Young California Entrepreneur Award.
6. TOP MUSIC ARTISTS PERFORM
DURING THE EVENT
WHO WILL OUR PERFORMERS BE?
Will it be Iggy Azalea?
Will it be Cristina Perri?
Will it be OneRepublic?
Will it be Austin Mahone?
Attendees will enjoy shows from our 4 well known musical guest artists.
Performances will be scheduled throughout the event.
You will be able to purchase sponsorship packages,
exclusive to our musical talents.
ARTISTS TO BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY.
7. ENTREPRENEURIAL SPEAKERS
The California Launch Festival is proud to feature several leaders in the
areas of professional development, startups, and many more.
Our attendees will learn about the following topics during our educational
seminars, workshops, panel lectures and Q & A sessions:
Professional and Business Education
Sustainable and Green Businesses
E-commerce, Marketing and New Media
Finance, Law and Insurance
Start-ups and Franchises
Product Development
Business Support Services
Technology
Non-Profits
Entertainment
8. WHO ATTENDS?
THE CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL WELCOMES YOUNG,
UP-AND-COMING LEADERS THROUGHOUT OUR STATE.
Attendees are:
In every stage of business: From start-up, existing, and expanding
businesses
Success focused students/college graduates with
innovative business ideas, up to age 25
Is a significant decision maker within their family business
Is seeking that critical mentor, service or product match within our
vendor exhibit halls to launch them into the next phase of success
Young entrepreneurs wanting to acquire training from business
leaders and experts in their field of interest and
to cultivate a support system
The most important attendee is YOU!
Whether your organization or company logo is present and/or your
representative is at hand, your sponsorship for California Launch Festival,
shows your support for our next generation of business leaders and
young entrepreneurs!
9. SCHOLARSHIP CONTESTS
GAME OR APP OF THE YEAR:
Create a stand out top of the line concept. Judged on best/original concept.
Scholarship awarded.
DESIGN A LINE:
Submit pictures of four fully produced pieces to qualify to win.
Scholarship awarded.
BUSINESS SCHOOL OR BUST:
Pitch any type of business of your choosing; display it from idea to reality through an oral presentation
followed by a pitch deck presentation. Scholarship awarded.
FOR THE PEOPLE :
Pitch us your idea for an eco-friendly, humanitarian, or green business.
Show us a concept that helps the planet. Scholarship awarded.
INVENTION CONCEPT:
Pitch deck and presentation of any business concept that is the most unique and potentially viable.
Scholarship awarded.
Our attendees will have the opportunity to compete in
the following categories:
10. HOW CAN YOUR COMPANY OR ORGANIZATION
PARTICIPATE?
We are currently accepting Scholarships for our Contest Winners!
View each Contest Category on our website at: www.californialaunchfestival.com
There are also Sponsorship opportunities with
CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL 2014!
We are striving to make sponsorships and participation a valuable investment for businesses and
organizations that support this important event. Tell us what would benefit you as a sponsor, and
we will make our thanks count! Sponsoring this event is one of the best ways to increase your
company’s brand awareness and recognition to a targeted market, have access to contacts,
build new sales and partnerships, and demonstrate your organization’s involvement and
giving back to the community.
KEY OPPORTUNITIES:
• Title Sponsorship
• Presenting Sponsorship
• Associate Sponsorship
• Supporting Sponsorship
• Category Sponsorship
• Celebrity & Workshop Sponsorship
• Gold Ad Sponsorship
• Silver Ad Sponsorship
11. EVENT SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL
MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of over 6,000 young aspiring entrepreneurs
networking at one of the most recognized venues in the world, THE ROSE BOWL.
Be a part of an unforgettable weekend of keynotes, performers, workshops, and
mentoring sessions to guide and support our next generation of business leaders!
IT’S A WIN-WIN!
Sponsoring CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL provides YOU a unique opportunity to
promote your company or organization and the chance to interact with
young entrepreneurs, students and graduates
who want to utilize your products and services.
WHAT BENEFITS WILL YOU RECEIVE?
In a fun, entertaining and engaging networking conference and festival, you will build
brand awareness and increase market engagement with thousands of generation Y –
Millennials and show your support for important causes: our community, young
entrepreneurship and education.
BE A PROUD SPONSOR AT CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL AND
HELP YOUNG BUSINESS MINDS REACH THEIR GOALS!
12. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
• Event Title will be presented as: “COMPANY NAME" presents "The California Launch Festival"
• Logo placement & website link next to the California Launch Festival name, whenever our logo is
displayed for the venue. Prominent sponsor recognition on event-related marketing and promotional
collateral (invitations, website, print ads, posters, emails, social media, press releases)
• Logo & website primary placement on Rose Bowl's biggest video screens, on our website and on our
festival t-shirts
• 400 sq. foot booth in the Festival's highest traffic area and Naming of Exhibition Hall
• Inside front cover of Festival program and company banners/signage displayed throughout event
• Checkbox on attendee registration to request more information about your company
• Complete list of all registrants via excel spreadsheet and opportunity to speak to attendees
• Article dedicated to any aspect of your company/service in our "Until Next Year Guide: Keep the Dream
Alive'', that is mailed to all participants 20 days after the event
• Your selection of 2 company speakers to make a presentation to attendees 2 days of the event
• Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways for attendee gift bag
• 50 VIP tickets to the event and 20 floor passes to the CLF concert
• Opportunity to host a private reception in a space at the Rose Bowl the final evening of event
Title Sponsor....................... $100,000
• One 10x20 booth or two 10x10 booths in the Festival's highest traffic area
• Your business' logo & website link in premium locations throughout venue. Sponsor recognition on event-related
marketing and promotional collateral (invitations, website, print ads, posters, emails, social media, press releases).
Logo placement on Rose Bowl's video screens.
• A full page, color ad in the festival program and Company banners displayed throughout event
• Article dedicated to any aspect of your company/service in our "Until Next Year Guide: Keep the Dream Alive", that
is mailed to all participants 20 days after event.
• Checkbox on attendee registration to request more information about your company
• Complete list of all registrants via excel spreadsheet and opportunity to speak to attendees
• Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways for attendee gift bags
• 20 VIP tickets to the event and 4 floor passes to the CLF concert
Presenting Sponsor ............. $50,000
13. • One 10x20 booth or two 10x10 booths in premium location(s) and a full page, color ad in the festival
program
• Your business' logo & website link in locations throughout venue. Sponsor recognition on event-
related marketing and promotional collateral (invitations, website, print ads, posters, emails, social
media, press releases) and on our festival t-shirts. Logo placement on Rose Bowl's video screens.
• Article dedicated to any aspect of your company/service in our "Until Next Year Guide: Keep the
Dream Alive", that is mailed to all participants 20 days after event.
• 10 VIP tickets to the event and 4 floor passes to the CLF concert
Associate Sponsor .............. $25,000
• One 10x10 booth in a premium location and ½ page, color ad in the festival program
• Your business' logo & website link in locations throughout venue. Sponsor recognition on event-
related marketing and promotional collateral (invitations, website, print ads, posters, emails, social
media, press releases) and on the back of our festival t-shirts
• Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways for attendee gift bags
• 5 VIP tickets to the event
Supporting Sponsor.............. $10,000
• 1/2 page, color ad in the festival program
• Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways for attendee gift bags
• 5 VIP tickets to the event and inclusion of company logo on our festival t-shirts
Gold Sponsor.............. $5,000
• 1/4 page, color ad in the festival program
• Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways for attendee gift bags
• 1 VIP ticket to the event and inclusion of company logo on our festival t-shirts
Silver Sponsor.............. $1,000
14. SPECIAL SPONSORSHIPS
All information contained within is the sole property of California Launch Festival/The Inspire
Concept DBA and may not be used or shared without consent.
• Categories include but are not limited to:
• Product Development, Education, Startups and Franchises, Sustainable and Green
Businesses, Technology, Finance, Law, Insurance, Marketing and E-commerce, Business
Support Services and Entertainment
• Sponsorship includes:
• One 20x20 booth in a high-traffic area within category of sponsorship
• Your business logo and link on our website. Full page color ad in the festival program
• Sponsor recognition on event-related marketing and promotional collateral (invitations,
website, print ads, posters, emails, social media, press releases). Logo placement on Rose
Bowl's video screens
• Logo throughout California Launch Festival (program and banners) representing category
• 20 VIP tickets to the event and Company logo on the back of our festival t-shirts
Category Sponsorship.............. $50,000
• The workshop that your company chooses will be shown as “Workshop Presented by COMPANY NAME”
• One 10x20 booth
• ½ page full color ad in festival program
• Banner on podium. Your business logo and link on our websites and social media
• 10 VIP tickets to event and Company logo on the back of our festival t-shirts
Celebrity & Music Guest Segments
Sponsorship……….. $30,000 per artist
15. WHO IS THE INSPIRE CONCEPT INC.?
The Inspire Concept, Inc. is a Leadership
Educational Service, established in 2000. Since
our inception, we have piloted various programs
for students and young entrepreneurs, all with the
same adage in mind:
"Make it fun, then knowledge is unavoidable.”
In 2014, The Inspire Concept, Inc. is planning The
California Launch Festival at
The Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.
By utilizing an immersion learning atmosphere,
the experiences we offer have become a means
for learning focused subject matter.
16. WHO DO I CONTACT?
To discuss becoming a participant at California Launch Festival 2014
CONTACT:
Nicolette Fontaine, Director of Business Development & Events
Office: 909-982-8059
nfontaine@californialaunchfestival.com
Angel Angmorter at request@californialaunchfestival.com
17. SPONSORSHIP FORM
Please fill-out the following form to confirm your chosen sponsorship package.
Completed forms can be returned to Nicolette Fontaine or Nichelle Rodriguez,
at Request@californialaunchfestival.com or by fax at 909-482-2011.
Call our office for confirmation at: 909-982-8059. Please contact us with any questions.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Company Name: _________________________________ Contact Person:_______________________________________
Contact Phone Number(s):_______________________________ Fax:_____________________________________
Address ___________________________________________ City/State/ZipCode________________________________
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
____ $100,000 Title Sponsor
____ $50,000 Presenting Sponsor
____ $25,000 Associate Sponsor
____ $10,000 Supporting Sponsor
____ $5,000 Gold Ad Sponsor
____ $1,000 Silver Ad Sponsor
SPECIAL SPONSORSHIPS
____ $50,000 Category Sponsor
____ $30,000 Celebrity & Workshop Sponsor
PAYMENT INFORMATION
____ Please send me an invoice
____ I have enclosed a check made payable to the California Launch Festival d.b.a. The Inspire Concept, Inc.
____ Please charge my credit card [Card Type: Visa / MC / AmEx / Discover]
Card Number:__________________________________________
Expiration date:____________________ Security Code: _______________________
Total Sponsorship Cost: $ ___________________Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ______________________
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING CALIFORNIA LAUNCH FESTIVAL!
Once we receive your completed sponsorship form, California Launch Festival staff will contact you to discuss event and marketing
arrangements, sponsorship benefits and recognition.