Sponsorship Opportunities
The Kentucky Department of Tourism is pleased to inform you of a special media event in New York City. We would like to offer you a sponsorship opportunity as we promote Kentucky’s lifestyle and culture. Come join the festivities for an evening of Kentucky cuisine, bourbon tastings from Kentucky’s renowned distilleries and hip bluegrass melodies.
First, let us give you an overview of what we have to offer you, our sponsors.
Date & Location
May 9, 2007 at the 21 Club in Midtown Manhattan from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a cocktail reception. Once a glamorous speakeasy, today the 21 Club is one of the most celebrated restaurants in New York City.
Event Goal
Increase media coverage of Kentucky as a great travel destination.
Event Message
Escape. Unbridle. Enjoy.
Escape to Kentucky, where spirits are free to soar and big dreams can be fulfilled. From urban excitement to small town charm, Kentucky’s unique heritage and scenic beauty make the Bluegrass State an ideal travel destination. Bourbon, bluegrass music, horses and history are just a small sampling of what defines the Unbridled Spirit of Kentucky. Whether you have a day to stay and shop, or a month to relax and tour, you can loosen up the reins and enjoy what Kentucky has to offer.
SPONSORS PACKAGE
New York City – 21 Club
• Logo included on invitation insertion cards (3 invitation mailings)
-First Mailing – A thoroughbred horseshoe packaged with Unbridled Spirit ribbon.
-Second Mailing – Miniature Louisville Slugger bat.
-Third Mailing – Kentucky pottery mint julep mug.
• Media attendees’ contact information database.
• Relationship building opportunity with media contacts.
• Logo included on welcome sign.
• Logo presence on plasma screens in reception room.
• Verbal recognition by Department of Tourism Commissioner during welcome.
• Opportunity to provide high-quality giveaway item (door prize).
• Opportunity to provide high-quality parting gift to all media attendees (100 items).
Please contact for pricing and more information:
Brad Caldwell
Director of Strategic Partnerships
502-564-4930 x141
Brad.caldwell@ky.gov