Shop Local Raleigh & Greater Raleigh Merchants Association Annual Meeting

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JOIN US FOR THE 2024 ANNUAL MEETING & APPRECIATION PARTY!

February 27th at Lincoln Theatre

The Shop Local Raleigh and Greater Raleigh Merchants Association Annual Meeting is a time for members and local business professionals to come together, network, and brainstorm with each other. We will review what’s happening in our local area, hear what SLR + GRMA are up to, and share what’s in store for 2024 and beyond.

As a thank you to our members, sponsors, and volunteers for their support throughout the year we are excited for this opportunity to gather and show our appreciation.

Join us on February 27th at Lincoln Theatre for a casual evening of networking, appetizers, adult beverages, and live music with your Shop Local Raleigh + GRMA pals. All members, sponsors, and volunteers of the organization are invited to attend!

Event Schedule
5:00 – 6:00 | Happy Hour Networking
6:00 – 6:15 | Shop Local Raleigh Welcome Address & Annual Recap
6:15 – 6:45 | Panel Discussion- Moderator- Gina Stephens, Raleigh     Magazine. Panel: Dennis Edwards- GRCVB, Janet Cowell- Dix Park Conservancy, Holly Tehan- Oak Park Shopping Center and Connell Realty & Mortgage
7:00 – 7:15 | Networking
 

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

All members, sponsors, and volunteers of the organization are invited to attend the 2024 Annual Meeting on February 27th at Lincoln Theatre. This event is free to attend thanks to the generous support from our wonderful sponsors!

Your complimentary registration includes:
  • Access to the annual meeting with networking opportunities
  • 2 drink tickets redeemable for beer + wine
  • Light hors d’oeuvres and appetizers
  • A raffle ticket

Thank you to our 2024 Annual Meeting & Appreciation Party Sponsors!

THANK YOU TO THESE BUSINESSES FOR PROVIDING THE

Raffle Prizes, Gift Bag Goodies, & Delicious Eats

Video courtesy of Raleigh Media Co.

Annual Meeting Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsoring the Shop Local Raleigh and Greater Raleigh Merchants Association Annual Member Meeting will put your brand in front of over 100 business owners in Wake County. Combine that with promotion on our social media (over 54.2K followers on Instagram, 18K on Facebook, and 32K on Twitter), and a newsletter database with more than 40K subscribers, sponsors will reach hundreds of potential new customers.

If you would like to sponsor the event or have questions please contact Jennifer Martin

  • 3 parking passes for easy access to the event
  • Verbal recognition and brief description read about your business
  • Social media post on Shop Local Raleigh Instagram highlighting your business
  • Table at event to display company information and interact with guests
  • Inclusion in at least 3 social media posts promoting the event
  • Option to include promo item* for your business in attendee gift bags 
  • Logo inclusion on:
    • Photobooth backdrop
    • Stage banner
    • Marketing materials at event
    • E-newsletter promotions
    • Event landing page with hyperlink
    • Facebook sponsor photo album
  • 2 parking passes for easy access to the event
  • Table at event to display company information and interact with guests
  • Inclusion in at least 2 social media posts promoting the event
  • Option to include promo item* for your business in attendee gift bags 
  • Logo inclusion on:
    • Photobooth backdrop
    • Stage banner
    • Marketing materials at event
    • E-newsletter promotions
    • Event landing page with hyperlink
    • Facebook sponsor photo album
  • Inclusion in at least 1 social media post promoting the event
  • Option to include promo item* for your business in attendee gift bags 
  • Logo inclusion on:
    • Stage banner
    • E-newsletter promotions
    • Event landing page with hyperlink
    • Facebook sponsor photo album
  • Inclusion in at least 1 social media post promoting the event
  • Option to include promo item* for your business in attendee gift bags
  • Logo inclusion on:
    • Event landing page with hyperlink
    • Facebook sponsor photo album
  • Business name inclusion on:
    • Stage banner
    • E-newsletter promotions

Showcase your cuisine at the event with menu items to feed at least 125 people.

Email jennifer@shoplocalraleigh.org to discuss sponsorship options.

Promote your brand to attendees by providing at least 125 promo items for the event gift bags.

  • Promo item* for your business in attendee gift bags
  • Logo inclusion on:
    • Event landing page with hyperlink
    • Facebook sponsor photo album