Nigerian and Canadian Business Network

Sponsorship

Our Impact

As a vehicle for successful, dynamic and diverse businesspeople, the NCBN supports and encourages business people’s endeavors and provides them with opportunities to engage meaningfully with the Business Network. You can help! Your sponsorship will allow more entrepreneurs to pursue their business goals while allowing you to promote your business, foster good relations, and connect with other like-minded people.

TO SPONSOR, OR FOR MORE DETAILS
Please contact us at

Sponsorship@ncbn.ca

At a Glance

  • Canada’s longest-standing professional association for Nigerians and Canadians
  • 300+ active members and growing
  • Increased attendance and expanded reach with online events
  • Corporate and entrepreneur sectors well-represented
  • Build your brand, collaborate with your community and reach a dedicated audience
  • Multiple opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships, at all levels

Let’s Talk About You

You need to promote your business, foster good relations and connect with people in both Canada and Nigeria. But resources are tight, the pandemic has shifted the business landscape and the usual vehicles aren’t available anymore.

Perhaps you’re looking to become more involved in community partnerships by partnering with worthwhile causes. It’s an industry-crossing trend – customers are increasingly curious about brand values and want to show their support through their patronage.

You’ve come to the right place. Established in 2016, the Nigerian and Canadian Business Network (NCBN) is the longest-standing and most established professional association for Nigerians and Canadians  in all sectors. With more than 240 dedicated members, NCBN’s reach is growing due to virtual events – more people can participate from more locations. We have many exciting ways you can effectively reach a dedicated group of people across multiple industries in both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds.

The many benefits of becoming a NCBN sponsor include:

Values-based Brand Building

Corporate social responsibility moves your company beyond typical marketing, with an elevated profile for a specific and timely purpose. Receive local visibility on a national and international priority – be seen within your industry and beyond as a responsive, action-oriented partner who chooses to make a difference with diversity and representation.

Collaborate

Build and deepen relationships among other leaders in Canada and Nigeria with continuous professional development for businesspeople. Connect with professionals and entrepreneurs including government ministers, journalists, emerging young leaders, academics, private sector executives, business owners, civil society leaders and heads of agencies from different industries.

Reach a Dedicated Group

With a focus on networking and empowerment, our events and programs feature the latest tools, resources and research to develop skills and knowledge for people in business—as well as highlighting and supporting local businesses within our membership. Our members are dedicated and known for supporting NCBN-related partners through direct engagement and referrals.

After all… $20,000,000,000,000 in consumer spending is controlled by men.

91% of global consumers are likely to switch brands to one associated with a good cause, given comparable price and quality. 82% of financial decisions are made by women, alone or as equal partners. Almost 66% of women say they are the primary breadwinner in their household. (Source: BMO Men in Wealth presentation, 2020.) It makes good business sense to partner with an organization devoted to developing bilateral relationship..

Let’s Talk About Us

We are entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, decision-makers, leaders. We are inspiring businesspeople.

The NCBN serves as a vehicle for successful, dynamic and diverse businesspeople in both Nigeria and Canada to come together and collaborate while building professional and personal skills, inspiring others and giving back to their communities. The business networking opportunities alone are well worth the investment.

Here’s a quick look at our members, according to a recent survey:

  • 95% have a post-secondary education
  • 45% are entrepreneurs/business owners, while
  • 66% are corporate professionals
  • 60% earn over $75,000/year

ur members pay attention – they will see and interact with you:

  • 80% interact with NCBN on social media
  • 75% attend 3 or more events/year
  • 60% have attended an event in last 3 months
  • 90% read NCBN WhatsApp News regularly

The NCBN celebrate the business achievements, professional expertise and leadership of outstanding people and are presented to recipients in the Entrepreneurial Leader, Enterprise Leader, Lifetime Achievement and Community Impact categories.

Sponsorship of the BYAs is an opportunity to promote your brand and connect with prominent businesspeople, decision-makers and individuals with strong networks and purchasing power. Commensurate with investment, sponsors are recognized through an integrated communications campaign between the NCBN and the BYAs.

BYA SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

BYA PRESENTING SPONSOR – $30,000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 2 Corporate Tables [16 tickets] for Gala
  • 8 tickets to the BYA Finalist Reception
  • 8 tickets to NCBN Annual Holiday reception
  • Dedicated section to their business in Gala program & all Gala signage
  • Special recognition on all BYA promotional collateral
  • Signage at BYA Finalist Reception
  • Logo on  Finalist Reception Step & Repeat (photo wall background)
  • Verbal recognition at all BYA events
  • Host & present a NCBN “Leaders in the Boardroom” event
  • Speaking opportunity at BYA Gala (5 minutes)
  • Speaking opportunity at BYA Finalist Reception (5 minutes)
  • 4 Annual NCBN Memberships
  • Logo on NCBN Website
  • Logo in NCBN Communications
  • Post sponsor company events on NCBN Events Page (Member & Partner Events)
  • Logo on BYA website

BYA CATEGORY SPONSORS – $8000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 1 Corporate Table [8 tickets] for Gala
  • 8 tickets to BYA Finalist Reception
  • Logo and level of sponsorship listed in Gala program on sponsors page
  • Logo on NCBN Website
  • Logo in NCBN Communications
  • Post sponsor company events on WBN Events Page (Member & Partner Events)

BYA FINALIST COCKTAIL RECEPTION –$8000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 4 Gala tickets
  • 8 tickets at Finalists Reception
  • Logo and level of sponsorship listed in Gala program on sponsors page
  • Logo recognition on BYA promotional collateral
  • Signage at BYA finalist reception
  • Half page ad in Gala program
  • Logo on  Finalist Reception Step & Repeat (photo wall background)
  • Logo on NCBN website
  • Logo on BYA website

BYA GALA DINNER WINE SPONSOR – $6000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 4 Gala tickets
  • 4 tickets to BYA Finalist Reception
  • Logo and level of sponsorship listed in Gala program on sponsors page
  • Logo included in each table favour (provided by NCBN) at each place setting
  • Branded recognition on tables and/or wine bottles
  • Logo on NCBN website
  • Logo in NCBN communications
  • Logo on BYA website

PRE-GALA COCKTAIL RECEPTION – $4000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 2 Gala tickets
  • 2 tickets to BYA Finalist Reception
  • Light snack
  • Branded signature drink
  • Logo and level of sponsorship listed in Gala program on sponsors page
  • Logo on Gala signage
  • Logo on BYA website

BYA GALA FAVOURS – $4000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 2 Gala tickets
  • 2 tickets to BYA Finalist Reception
  • Logo and level of sponsorship listed in Gala program on sponsors page
  • Logo on BYA website

DESSERT AT BYA GALA – $4000

  • Logo on Gala Sponsor Reel
  • 2 Gala tickets
  • 2 tickets to BYA Finalist Reception
  • Logo and level of sponsorship listed in Gala program on sponsors page
  • Dessert recognition on table menu
  • Logo on BYA website

BYA GALA RESERVED COCKTAIL TABLE – $500

  • 4 drink tickets
  • Hors d’oeuvres sampling plate for you and your guests
  • Reserved cocktail table with table sign [8.5×11″] & tent card [5×7] with your logo and/or company name

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BYAs

Please visit to learn more about the BYAs.

BECOME A BYA SPONSOR

If you are interested in sponsoring this year’s BYAs, please email 

Sponsorship@ncbn.ca
Event NameEvent DescriptionSponsorship Price
Breakfast Mix & MingleOur most popular event! Every month NCBN members start the day with an energetic group of fellow businesspeople who come together to listen, learn and discuss various topics with guest speakers who are fellow members.$2,400
Power Hour BreakfastOur members gain practical skills and share knowledge in these sessions that help participants professionally with interesting, interactive, and relevant presentations on different topics, delivered by members who are experts in their fields.$2,000
Lunch & LearnAn hour-long workshop where members come away having learned a skill or technique. Given the nature of this event, we limit attendance to between 20 and 30 people, to allow for a more intimate environment.$1,000
Leaders in SeriesA 30- to 45-minute speaking opportunity for experienced speakers and corporate/professional Leader.$3,000
Wine DownUsually held in rotating locations, our Wine Down is an informal opportunity to get to know fellow members.$2,400
   

Interested in learning more about our sponsorship opportunities?

If you are interested in sponsoring a NCBN event, program or the BYAs, please email 

Sponsorship@ncbn.ca