MAKE IT IN MARYLAND
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MAKE IT IN MARYLAND
MAKE IT IN MARYLAND ABOUT THE EVENT MAY 7, 2014 BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY FOR MORE INFORMATION Web: Facebook: Twitter: Email: www.makeitinmaryland.mdmep.org www.facebook.com/mdmep @MDMEP [email protected] ABOUT MARYLAND MEP EVENT DETAILS May 7, 2014 Baltimore, Maryland The Maryland MEP (MD MEP) is a non-profit organization focused on growing and strengthening manufacturers and manufacturing throughout the State of Maryland. Committed to the success of the manufacturing industry, the Maryland MEP services and programs are delivered in partnership with the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland (RMI) and the Maryland World Class Consortia (MWCC). RMI was founded in 1990 for manufacturers in the Baltimore Metropolitan area. Today, RMI is the leading advocate for manufacturing statewide. The MWCC is a network of expert practioners, local government and member organizations whose mission is to grow the State’s economy through performance and operational excellence. Together, the team of MD MEP, RMI and MWCC can leverage the experience, expertise and resources of their partnership to grow, advocate and advance manufacturing in the State of Maryland. OUR MISSION The mission of the Maryland MEP is to grow manufacturing in the State of Maryland by making Maryland manufacturers more competitive and more profitable. Funded in part through the U.S. Department of Commerce and Maryland’s Department of Business and Economic Development, the Maryland MEP works to connect manufacturers with public and private resources and services to spark growth. As partners of the MEP, RMI continues to advocate for the manufacturing industry and provide a voice for manufacturers throughout the State while the MWCC has a proven track record of generating lasting results and world-class improvement. Together, the partnership is committed to long-term growth of the manufacturing industry in Maryland. OUR VISION As the leading manufacturing assistance organization in the state, Maryland MEP’s vision is to help grow and expand manufacturing and manufacturing profitability through linkages and access to knowledge, funding, technology and technical skills and resources. Our goal to help and lead manufacturing innovation, improve processes and grow manufacturing business in Maryland. Through building, managing and consistently evaluating collaborative relationships with key service partners, we provide manufacturers with access to the information and resources they need to succeed. MAKE IT IN MARYLAND MAY EVENT KEYNOTES The Make It In Maryland Event kicks-off the Maryland MEP’s Make it in Maryland Program, and is a networking opportunity for Maryland manufacturers and the stakeholders serving the industry. Key Note Speaker, the Honorable Steny Hoyer will share successes of companies that choose to Make it in America, while Paul Reed Smith will share why Paul Reed Smith Guitars has been a staple of the Maryland Manufacturing community for many years. CONGRESSMAN STENY HOYER In the Fifth Congressional District, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer is a tireless fighter for economic development and a leader in creating jobs. He has helped create and save nearly 23,000 jobs by supporting federal facilities and associated businesses located in and around the Fifth District, including NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Patuxent River Naval Air Station, the Naval Surface Warfare Center at Indian Head, the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, the FDA at White Oak, and the future NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction in College Park. TO ATTEND Please register at makeitinmaryland.mdmep.org. Individual tickets are $50. Please check out manufacturer program options, as well sponsorship packets for additional ticket options. AGENDA 6:00pm-7:15pm : Appetizers & Networking 7:15pm-8:30pm : Event Program 8:30pm -9:30pm • Make it in MD Video • Welcome • Key Note, Steny Hoyer • Key Note, Paul Reed Smith Dessert & Networking LOCATION The Make it in Maryland Event will be held at the Baltimore Museum of Industry in Baltimore, MD. Located in an old cannery, the museum has exhibits on various types of manufacturing and industry from the early 20th century; making it a perfect location to bring together, support and showcase Maryland manufacturers of today. PAUL REED SMITH Paul Reed Smith is one of the world’s premier luthiers and the founder and owner of PRS Guitars. His electric guitars are played by the likes of Ted Nugent, Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Alex Lifeson, Carlos Santana, Al Di Meola, Dave Navarro, Mark Tremonti, Mikael Åkerfeldt, Peter Lindgren, Steven Wilson, Tim Mahoney, Marcos Curiel, Larry Lalonde, Pete Loeffler, Benjamin Burnley, Paul Allender, Chad Kroeger and Dan Spitz. PROGRAM INFORMATION TO JOIN MAKE IT IN MARYLAND Maryland MEP’s Make it in Maryland program is Maryland’s first and only program dedicated to Maryland manufacturers to showcase companies, demonstrate the value of manufacturing within Maryland and highlight manufacturing successes. Make it in Maryland provides companies B2B purchasing, partnering and business opportunities within the State of Maryland. Maryland manufacturers joining the Make It In Maryland program are eligible for multiple program benefits including: • Highlight of Maryland Manufacturing Enterprises; • Marketing, awareness and outreach to manufacturing stakeholders; • Inclusion in Make It In Maryland marketing materials, website, etc. • Opportunity to be showcased as Maryland Manufacturer of the week; • Discounted registration at MD MEP events • Access to Make it in Maryland B2B Connection Site • Additional 0ptions are available such as a showcase video for a small fee to offset costs To join the Maryland MEP’s Make it in Maryland program please visit http://go.mdmep.org/MakeitinMD. Please contact Sara Marshall at [email protected] if you have any questions. DONATE A PRODUCT In addition to the video showcase, MD MEP will have a display of products and materials that are manufactured in Maryland. If you would like to donate a product, model or photograph of something your company makes in Maryland, please contact Sara Marshall at [email protected] or 410-733-0219. MAKE IT IN MARYLAND VIDEO SHOWCASE Manufacturers who join the Make It In Maryland Program have the opportunity to have a video showcase of their organization highlighting the company, your people, your history and why manufacturing is important to Maryland. The cost of a video showcase is $3,000, however any manufacturer who chooses to add this option prior to April 15th will receive ten free tickets to the Make It In Maryland Event where the video will be shown and be featured as a “Manufacturing Sponsor”. Please contact Sara Marshall at [email protected] if you would like to see examples of these video showcases. SPONSOR PRICING MANUFACTURERS RECEIVE 50% DISCOUNT ON ALL SPONSOR PACKAGES PLATINUM SPONSOR $25,000 • • • • • • • Reserved Table of 10 Logo featured on Make it in Maryland Product Showcase Display Opportunity to speak and welcome attendees Recognition by Maryland MEP as platinum sponsor Baltimore Museum of Industry Exhibit sponsorship of your choice Recognition in event printed material including logo, website, and description Logo Recognition during Opening presentation GOLD SPONSOR $10,000 • • • • • • Reserved Table of 10 Logo featured on Make it in Maryland Product Showcase Display Recognition by Maryland MEP as gold sponsor Baltimore Museum of Industry Exhibit sponsorship of your choice Recognition in event printed material including logo, website, and description Logo Recognition during Opening presentation SILVER SPONSOR $5,000 • • • • • • Reserved Table of 10 Logo featured on Make it in Maryland Product Display Showcase Recognition by Maryland MEP as silver sponsor Baltimore Museum of Industry Exhibit sponsorship of your choice Recognition in event printed material including logo, website, and description Logo Recognition during Opening presentation BRONZE SPONSOR $1,000 • • Reserved Table of 10 Logo Recognition during Opening presentation IRON SPONSOR $500 • • 2 event tickets Logo Recognition during Opening presentation PLATINUM $25,000 P P GOLD $10,000 Sponsor of Exhibit P P P Printed Materials P P P P P P P P P P P P SPONSORSHIP LEVEL Speaker Display POD Sponsorship Recognition Table Reservation Logo Recognition • SILVER $5,000 BRONZE $1,000 IRON $500 P P P P P Please Note there are a limited number of Table Sponsorships Available