Battle on Bay 2017 | Sponsorship Proposal-4
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SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL 2017
Transcript of Battle on Bay 2017 | Sponsorship Proposal-4
SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL
2017
Overview
Ryerson University Finance Society
Battle on Bay
● Delegates at a Glance
● Events Schedule
● Past Sponsors
● Past Speakers & Judges
Sponsorship Opportunities
Why Sponsor Battle on Bay?
Contact Us
Message from the ChairDear Potential Sponsor,
It is my pleasure to invite you to the Ryerson University FinanceSociety’s 10th Annual Battle on Bay Conference in Toronto, Ontario.
Battle on Bay has evolved in many ways since the first conference in2007, and continues to grow and prosper each coming year. This is anamazing forum for undergraduate commerce students from across thecountry, to utilize their analytical skills as well as, network with otherdelegates and corporate associates. Every year, this conference offerswide range of events, including keynote presentations from topindustry professionals, networking events, skill-building workshopsand a financial case study that addresses current issues that areoccurring in the world today.
With this year being the 10th Annual Battle on Bay Conference, wehope to provide both delegates and sponsors an unparalleled andunforgettable experience. Should you choose to partner with us, ourexecutive team will do everything possible to ensure that all yourfirm’s needs are met and to ultimately, establish a successfulpartnership for this year’s Battle on Bay and for future conferences tofollow.
Sincerely,
Gary ChanConference Chair
Message from the Associate Dean
As the Associate Dean and the previous Chair of theFinance department at the Ted Rogers School ofManagement, I have worked closely with the Battle onBay team for the past several years. Each year, thisconference challenges students with a comprehensive,integrative financial case that forces them to integrate theknowledge they have gained throughout theirundergraduate careers. This is the 10th year anniversaryof Battle on Bay and I am confident that it will be biggerand better than ever before. The conference promises tobe a fun, challenging and rewarding experience that willallow participants to have an opportunity to expand theirnetworks, immerse themselves in a comprehensive casecompetition, learn from business leaders and gaininsights towards their careers.
Best regards,
Allen GossAssociate Dean, StudentsTed Rogers School of Management | Ryerson University
Ryerson University Finance Society
Founded in 2003, the Ryerson University Finance Society (RUFS) isthe premier campus resource for undergraduate finance students. Ouroutstanding team members organize and execute events that createopportunities for like-minded students to exchange ideas andinformation with firms and industry professionals.
Some of examples of the events hosted by RUFS, include the annualAlumni Gala, Accounting & Finance Week, and Industry Night.RUFS is a well recognized student group at the Ted Rogers Schoolof Management and has been awarded as the “Student Group of theYear,” “Best Case Competition of the Year,” “Best Academic Eventof the Year,” and “Best Collaborative Event of the Year.” With thisprestige recognition from the Ryerson Commerce Society, we striveto continue to grow as a student organization and add value to thestudent experience at Ryerson University.
Battle on BayBattle on Bay will be celebrating its 10th Annual Conference onJanuary 13th and 14th, 2017 in downtown Toronto. It is a uniquefinancial case competition presented by the Ryerson UniversityFinance Society, in which it allows undergraduate commercestudents from across Canada, to utilize and develop their analyticalskills to solve current financial issues. In addition, delegates willhave the opportunity to present their creative solutions in front of adiverse panel of industry professionals. From this experience,participating delegates will gain exposure to financial issuesoccurring in the current business world and have the opportunity tomeet with industry professionals that deal with these issues on adaily basis.
Delegates at a Glance
Events Schedule
Day 1 | January 13
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMRegistration at Marriott Hotel
9:00 AM - 10:00 AMBreakfast and
Opening Remarks
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Ice Breaker Activity
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM Case Presentations
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Workshop
5:30 PM - 6:00 PMPresentation Debrief
from Judges
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Break
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Networking Night
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Dinner
8:30 PM - 9:30 Social
Day 2 | January 14
9:00 AM - 10:00 AMBreakfast at
Marriott
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Workshop
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop
12:00 AM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM - 3:00 PMCrisis Case Preparation
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Finalists Announced and
Crisis Case Presentations
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Break
6:00 PM - 9:30 PMDinner Gala and Keynote Speech
9:30 PM Social
Past Sponsors
Past Speakers & Judges
Don RomanoCEO, Hyundai Canada
Ian BallPresident and CEO,
Abitibi Royalties
Peter van der VeldenManaging General Partner,
Lumira Capital
Rebecca PangSenior Director of Channel Strategy
and Analytics, CIBC
Last Year’s Judges● Matt Grigis, CFO and VP of Volvo Canada● Michael McGhee, Senior VP and Head at TD Auto Finance● J. Raymond O'Kane, VP OEM Strategy and Development at BMO Auto Finance● Allan Mansoor, VP of Risk Management at TD Auto Finance● Keith Hickey, VP Dealer Operations at TD Auto Finance● Hanif Dhatamsi, Associate VP of Eastern Canada at TD Auto Finance● Paul Colantonio, CFO of PFAFF Automotive● Andrew Tai, CEO of Unhaggle
Why Sponsor Battle on Bay?
Recruitment
Battle on Bay provides a platform where employerscan assess how students assess and resolve issuesthat firms are currently experiencing.
Companies will receive first-hand opinions fromundergraduate commerce students regardingthe financial status and reputation of thefeatured organizations.
With top university students competing from acrossCanada, it is a great opportunity for companies toseek and select the best candidates for internshipor full time job opportunities.
Corporate Branding
● Increase brand awareness through a wide rangeof marketing materials leading up to and duringthe conference
● The firm’s contributions will demonstratesupport towards local student group initiativesand events.
Battle on Bay is an excellent opportunity for companies to engage with talentedindividuals that are interested in exploring the field of finance. The core benefitsof sponsoring this case competition include recruitment opportunities, enhancedcorporate branding, exposure to a wide variety of media outlets, and ultimately,supporting a diverse pool of delegates from around the world.
Why Sponsor Battle on Bay?
Media Exposure
The Ryerson University Finance Society and Battleon Bay have a well-established social mediapresence across multiple platforms.
1300+ likes on Facebook400+ followers on Twitter200+ followers on Instagram
○ This year, we are planning to expand and furtherenhance the content and reaching a larger targetaudience on our social media platforms (such as,incorporating live-video streaming on Snapchatand Facebook.)
Delegates
The conference attracts participants from not only post-secondary institutions in Ontario, but acrossCanada as well
This year we are expanding beyond the Canadianborders and want to increase studentengagement - with participation fromschools from the around the world!
Applicants will be carefully selected to attend the event18 teams consisting of four students each, will be
participating in the competition
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor Benefits
PLATINUM$5000+
GOLD$2500
SILVER$1000
BRONZE$500
Keynote Presentation
Corporate Logo
X-LARGE● T-shirts● RUFS &
B.O.B Website
● Posters● Banners
LARGE● T-shirt● RUFS &
B.O.B Website
● Posters
MEDIUM
● B.O.B Website only
● Posters
SMALL
● B.O.B Website only
● Posters
Social Media Posts
[5] Facebook [5] Twitter[5] Instagram[5] Snapchat
[4] Facebook[3] Twitter [3] Instagram[3] Snapchat
[3] Facebook[2] Twitter[2] Instagram[2] Snapchat
[2] Facebook[1] Twitter[1] Instagram[1] Snapchat
Complimentary Access to the Awards Gala
5 tickets 3 tickets 2 tickets 1 ticket
Workshop Opportunities
Invitation to Networking
Night
Case Competition
Judges
Pricing options and benefits are subject to negotiation.
Sponsorship Opportunities
In-Kind Sponsorship○ Donations may be used as raffle prizes and event gift bags for
delegates at the conference○ The company logo will be featured on the Battle on Bay website
Case Company Sponsorship○ The theme of the conference will be determined by the industry of
the case company○ Corporate logo will be featured in promotional material leading up
to the date of the event○ An executive member from the company will deliver a keynote
presentation at the conference○ The firm may also choose executives to participate as judges for
delegate presentations
Conference Workshops○ Hosting professional development workshops will help students
enhance their skills and prepare for their case presentations○ Representatives may also discuss topics relevant to the conference
theme (such career opportunities in finance across variousindustries).
Networking Night○ Firms may provide funding towards hors d'oeuvres for attendees○ HR representatives are invited to attend the event for exclusive
recruitment opportunities with delegates
Contact Us
Mailing AddressRyerson University Finance Society (RUFS)Ted Rogers School of Management Ryerson University55 Dundas Street West Toronto, ON M5G 2C3
Follow us!
@battleonbay
@battleonbay
www.facebook.com/battleonbay
battleonbay.ca
Gary ChanChair
Usman KhanAssociate
Kerry WuAssociate
Ravneet SohiAssociate
